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  • 101
    ISBN: 9781788831734 , 178883173X
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Computer networks ; Security measures ; Management ; Cyber intelligence (Computer security) ; Financial institutions ; Effect of technological innovations on ; Internet ; Security measures ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: A comprehensive guide that will give you hands-on experience to study and overcome financial cyber threats Key Features Protect your financial environment with cybersecurity practices and methodologies Identify vulnerabilities such as data manipulation and fraudulent transactions Provide end-to-end protection within organizations Book Description Organizations have always been a target of cybercrime. Hands-On Cybersecurity for Finance teaches you how to successfully defend your system against common cyber threats, making sure your financial services are a step ahead in terms of security. The book begins by providing an overall description of cybersecurity, guiding you through some of the most important services and technologies currently at risk from cyber threats. Once you have familiarized yourself with the topic, you will explore specific technologies and threats based on case studies and real-life scenarios. As you progress through the chapters, you will discover vulnerabilities and bugs (including the human risk factor), gaining an expert-level view of the most recent threats. You'll then explore information on how you can achieve data and infrastructure protection. In the concluding chapters, you will cover recent and significant updates to procedures and configurations, accompanied by important details related to cybersecurity research and development in IT-based financial services. By the end of the book, you will have gained a basic understanding of the future of information security and will be able to protect financial services and their related infrastructures. What you will learn Understand the cyber threats faced by organizations Discover how to identify attackers Perform vulnerability assessment, software testing, and pentesting Defend your financial cyberspace using mitigation techniques and remediation plans Implement encryption and decryption Understand how Artificial Intelligence (AI) affects cybersecurity Who this book is for Hands-On Cybersecurity for Finance is for you if you are a security architect, cyber risk manager, or pentester looking to secure your organization. Basic understanding of cybersecurity tools and practices will help you get the most out of this book.
    Note: Includes bibliographical references. - Description based on online resource; title from title page (Safari, viewed April 17, 2019)
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  • 102
    ISBN: 9781788832762 , 1788832760
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Internet of things ; Artificial intelligence ; Machine learning ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Build smarter systems by combining artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things - two of the most talked about topics today Key Features Leverage the power of Python libraries such as TensorFlow and Keras to work with real-time IoT data Process IoT data and predict outcomes in real time to build smart IoT models Cover practical case studies on industrial IoT, smart cities, and home automation Book Description There are many applications that use data science and analytics to gain insights from terabytes of data. These apps, however, do not address the challenge of continually discovering patterns for IoT data. In Hands-On Artificial Intelligence for IoT, we cover various aspects of artificial intelligence (AI) and its implementation to make your IoT solutions smarter. This book starts by covering the process of gathering and preprocessing IoT data gathered from distributed sources. You will learn different AI techniques such as machine learning, deep learning, reinforcement learning, and natural language processing to build smart IoT systems. You will also leverage the power of AI to handle real-time data coming from wearable devices. As you progress through the book, techniques for building models that work with different kinds of data generated and consumed by IoT devices such as time series, images, and audio will be covered. Useful case studies on four major application areas of IoT solutions are a key focal point of this book. In the concluding chapters, you will leverage the power of widely used Python libraries, TensorFlow and Keras, to build different kinds of smart AI models. By the end of this book, you will be able to build smart AI-powered IoT apps with confidence. What you will learn Apply different AI techniques including machine learning and deep learning using TensorFlow and Keras Access and process data from various distributed sources Perform supervised and unsupervised machine learning for IoT data Implement distributed processing of IoT data over Apache Spark using the MLLib and H2O.ai platforms Forecast time-series data using deep learning methods Implementing AI from case studies in Personal IoT, Industrial IoT, and Smart Cities Gain unique insights from data obtained from wearable devices and smart devices Who this book is for If you are a data science professional or a machine learning developer looking to build smart systems for IoT, Hands-On Artificial Intelligence for IoT is for you. If you want to learn how po...
    Note: Description based on online resource; title from title page (Safari, viewed March 19, 2019)
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  • 103
    ISBN: 9781789959000 , 1789959004
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Edition: Third edition.
    Keywords: Information technology ; Automation ; Information technology ; Management ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Design, develop, and solve real-world automation and orchestration problems by unlocking the automation capabilities of Ansible. Key Features Tackle complex automation challenges with the newly added features in Ansible 2.7 Book Description Automation is essential for success in the modern world of DevOps. Ansible provides a simple, yet powerful, automation engine for tackling complex automation challenges. This book will take you on a journey that will help you exploit the latest version's advanced features to help you increase efficiency and accomplish complex orchestrations. This book will help you understand how Ansible 2.7 works at a fundamental level and will also teach you to leverage its advanced capabilities. Throughout this book, you will learn how to encrypt Ansible content at rest and decrypt data at runtime. Next, this book will act as an ideal resource to help you master the advanced features and capabilities required to tackle complex automation challenges. Later, it will walk you through workflows, use cases, orchestrations, troubleshooting, and Ansible extensions. Lastly, you will examine and debug Ansible operations, helping you to understand and resolve issues. By the end of the book, you will be able to unlock the true power of the Ansible automation engine and tackle complex, real- world actions with ease. What you will learn Gain an in-depth understanding of how Ansible works under the hood Fully automate Ansible playbook executions with encrypted data Access and manipulate variable data within playbooks Use blocks to perform failure recovery or cleanup Explore the Playbook debugger and the Ansible Console Troubleshoot unexpected behavior effectively Work with cloud infrastructure providers and container systems Develop custom modules, plugins, and dynamic inventory sources Who this book is for This book is for Ansible developers and operators who have an understanding of its core elements and applications but are now looking to enhance their skills in applying automation using Ansible.
    Note: Previous edition published: 2017. - Includes bibliographical references. - Description based on online resource; title from title page (Safari, viewed May 8, 2019)
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  • 104
    Online Resource
    Online Resource
    Birmingham, UK : Packt Publishing
    ISBN: 9781789803907 , 178980390X
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: C++ (Computer program language) ; Computer algorithms ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Write high-level abstractions while retaining full control of the hardware, performances, and maintainability. Key Features Transform your ideas into modern C++ code, with both C++11 and C++17 Explore best practices for creating high-performance solutions Understand C++ basics and work with concrete real-world examples Book Description C++ Fundamentals begins by introducing you to the C++ compilation model and syntax. You will then study data types, variable declaration, scope, and control flow statements. With the help of this book, you'll be able to compile fully working C++ code and understand how variables, references, and pointers can be used to manipulate the state of the program. Next, you will explore functions and classes - the features that C++ offers to organize a program - and use them to solve more complex problems. You will also understand common pitfalls and modern best practices, especially the ones that diverge from the C++98 guidelines. As you advance through the chapters, you'll study the advantages of generic programming and write your own templates to make generic algorithms that work with any type. This C++ book will guide you in fully exploiting standard containers and algorithms, understanding how to pick the appropriate one for each problem. By the end of this book, you will not only be able to write efficient code but also be equipped to improve the readability, performance, and maintainability of your programs. What you will learn C++ compilation model Apply best practices for writing functions and classes Write safe, generic, and efficient code with templates Explore the containers that the C++ standard offers Discover the new features introduced with C++11, C++14, and C++17 Get to grips with the core language features of C++ Solve complex problems using object-oriented programming in C++ Who this book is for If you're a developer looking to learn a new powerful language or are familiar with C++ but want to update your knowledge with modern paradigms of C++11, C++14, and C++17, this book is for you. To easily understand the concepts in the book, you must be familiar with the basics of programming.
    Note: Description based on online resource; title from copyright page (Safari, viewed April 16, 2019)
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  • 105
    Online Resource
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    Birmingham, UK : Packt Publishing
    ISBN: 9781789804249 , 1789804248
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Python (Computer program language) ; Data mining ; Electronic data processing ; Information visualization ; Electronic books ; local ; Electronic books
    Abstract: Simplify your ETL processes with these hands-on data hygiene tips, tricks, and best practices. Key Features Focus on the basics of data wrangling Study various ways to extract the most out of your data in less time Boost your learning curve with bonus topics like random data generation and data integrity checks Book Description For data to be useful and meaningful, it must be curated and refined. Data Wrangling with Python teaches you the core ideas behind these processes and equips you with knowledge of the most popular tools and techniques in the domain. The book starts with the absolute basics of Python, focusing mainly on data structures. It then delves into the fundamental tools of data wrangling like NumPy and Pandas libraries. You'll explore useful insights into why you should stay away from traditional ways of data cleaning, as done in other languages, and take advantage of the specialized pre-built routines in Python. This combination of Python tips and tricks will also demonstrate how to use the same Python backend and extract/transform data from an array of sources including the Internet, large database vaults, and Excel financial tables. To help you prepare for more challenging scenarios, you'll cover how to handle missing or wrong data, and reformat it based on the requirements from the downstream analytics tool. The book will further help you grasp concepts through real-world examples and datasets. By the end of this book, you will be confident in using a diverse array of sources to extract, clean, transform, and format your data efficiently. What you will learn Use and manipulate complex and simple data structures Harness the full potential of DataFrames and numpy.array at run time Perform web scraping with BeautifulSoup4 and html5lib Execute advanced string search and manipulation with RegEX Handle outliers and perform data imputation with Pandas Use descriptive statistics and plotting techniques Practice data wrangling and modeling using data generation techniques Who this book is for Data Wrangling with Python is designed for developers, data analysts, and business analysts who are keen to pursue a career as a full-fledged data scientist or analytics expert. Although, this book is for beginners, prior working knowledge of Python is necessary to easily grasp the concepts covered here. It will also help to have rudimentary knowledge of relational database and SQL.
    Note: Description based on online resource; title from title page (Safari, viewed April 18, 2019)
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  • 106
    ISBN: 9781789611380 , 1789611385
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Edition: Second edition.
    Keywords: MongoDB ; Open source software ; Object-oriented databases ; Database management ; Software ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Leverage the power of MongoDB 4.x to build and administer fault-tolerant database applications Key Features Master the new features and capabilities of MongoDB 4.x Implement advanced data modeling, querying, and administration techniques in MongoDB Includes rich case-studies and best practices followed by expert MongoDB developers Book Description MongoDB is the best platform for working with non-relational data and is considered to be the smartest tool for organizing data in line with business needs. The recently released MongoDB 4.x supports ACID transactions and makes the technology an asset for enterprises across the IT and fintech sectors. This book provides expertise in advanced and niche areas of managing databases (such as modeling and querying databases) along with various administration techniques in MongoDB, thereby helping you become a successful MongoDB expert. The book helps you understand how the newly added capabilities function with the help of some interesting examples and large datasets. You will dive deeper into niche areas such as high-performance configurations, optimizing SQL statements, configuring large-scale sharded clusters, and many more. You will also master best practices in overcoming database failover, and master recovery and backup procedures for database security. By the end of the book, you will have gained a practical understanding of administering database applications both on premises and on the cloud; you will also be able to scale database applications across all servers. What you will learn Perform advanced querying techniques such as indexing and expressions Configure, monitor, and maintain a highly scalable MongoDB environment Master replication and data sharding to optimize read/write performance Administer MongoDB-based applications on premises or on the cloud Integrate MongoDB with big data sources to process huge amounts of data Deploy MongoDB on Kubernetes containers Use MongoDB in IoT, mobile, and serverless environments Who this book is for This book is ideal for MongoDB developers and database administrators who wish to become successful MongoDB experts and build scalable and fault-tolerant applications using MongoDB. It will also be useful for database professionals who wish to become certified MongoDB professionals. Some understanding of MongoDB and basic database concepts is required to get the most out of this book.
    Note: Previous edition published: 2017. - Includes bibliographical references. - Description based on online resource; title from title page (Safari, viewed May 15, 2019)
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  • 107
    Online Resource
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    Birmingham, UK : Packt Publishing
    ISBN: 9781789610604 , 1789610605
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Edition: Second edition.
    Keywords: Microsoft .NET Framework ; Microsoft Windows (Computer file) ; Application software ; Development ; Computer software ; Development ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Learn how to run new and old applications in Docker containers on Windows - modernizing the architecture, improving security and maximizing efficiency. Key Features Run .NET Framework and .NET Core apps in Docker containers for efficiency, security and portability Design distributed containerized apps, using enterprise-grade open source software from Docker Hub Build a CI/CD pipeline with Docker, going from source to a production Docker Swarm in the cloud Book Description Docker on Windows, Second Edition teaches you all you need to know about Docker on Windows, from the 101 to running highly-available workloads in production. You'll be guided through a Docker journey, starting with the key concepts and simple examples of .NET Framework and .NET Core apps in Docker containers on Windows. Then you'll learn how to use Docker to modernize the architecture and development of traditional ASP.NET and SQL Server apps. The examples show you how to break up legacy monolithic applications into distributed apps and deploy them to a clustered environment in the cloud, using the exact same artifacts you use to run them locally. You'll see how to build a CI/CD pipeline which uses Docker to compile, package, test and deploy your applications. To help you move confidently to production, you'll learn about Docker security, and the management and support options. The book finishes with guidance on getting started with Docker in your own projects. You'll walk through some real-world case studies for Docker implementations, from small-scale on-premises apps to very large-scale apps running on Azure. What you will learn Understand key Docker concepts: images, containers, registries and swarms Run Docker on Windows 10, Windows Server 2019, and in the cloud Deploy and monitor distributed solutions across multiple Docker containers Run containers with high availability and failover with Docker Swarm Master security in-depth with the Docker platform, making your apps more secure Build a Continuous Deployment pipeline, running Jenkins and Git in Docker Debug applications running in Docker containers using Visual Studio Plan the adoption of Docker in your organization Who this book is for If you want to modernize an old monolithic application without rewriting it, smooth the deployment to production, or move to DevOps or the cloud, then Docker is the enabler for you. This book gives you a solid grounding in Docker so you can confidently approach all of these scenarios.
    Note: Previous edition published: 2017. - Description based on online resource; title from title page (Safari, viewed April 18, 2019)
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  • 108
    ISBN: 9781789616279 , 1789616271
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Machine learning ; Python (Computer program language) ; Watson (Computer) ; Computer algorithms ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Learn how to build complete machine learning systems with IBM Cloud and Watson Machine learning services Key Features Implement data science and machine learning techniques to draw insights from real-world data Understand what IBM Cloud platform can help you to implement cognitive insights within applications Understand the role of data representation and feature extraction in any machine learning system Book Description IBM Cloud is a collection of cloud computing services for data analytics using machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI). This book is a complete guide to help you become well versed with machine learning on the IBM Cloud using Python. Hands-On Machine Learning with IBM Watson starts with supervised and unsupervised machine learning concepts, in addition to providing you with an overview of IBM Cloud and Watson Machine Learning. You'll gain insights into running various techniques, such as K-means clustering, K-nearest neighbor (KNN), and time series prediction in IBM Cloud with real-world examples. The book will then help you delve into creating a Spark pipeline in Watson Studio. You will also be guided through deep learning and neural network principles on the IBM Cloud using TensorFlow. With the help of NLP techniques, you can then brush up on building a chatbot. In later chapters, you will cover three powerful case studies, including the facial expression classification platform, the automated classification of lithofacies, and the multi-biometric identity authentication platform, helping you to become well versed with these methodologies. By the end of this book, you will be ready to build efficient machine learning solutions on the IBM Cloud and draw insights from the data at hand using real-world examples. What you will learn Understand key characteristics of IBM machine learning services Run supervised and unsupervised techniques in the cloud Understand how to create a Spark pipeline in Watson Studio Implement deep learning and neural networks on the IBM Cloud with TensorFlow Create a complete, cloud-based facial expression classification solution Use biometric traits to build a cloud-based human identification system Who this book is for This beginner-level book is for data scientists and machine learning engineers who want to get started with IBM Cloud and its machine learning services using practical examples. Basic knowledge of Python and some understanding of machine learning will be useful.
    Note: Includes bibliographical references. - Description based on online resource; title from title page (Safari, viewed May 8, 2019)
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  • 109
    ISBN: 9781789536966 , 1789536960
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: TensorFlow ; Application software ; Development ; Neural networks (Computer science) ; Machine learning ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Perform supervised and unsupervised machine learning and learn advanced techniques such as training neural networks. Key Features Train your own models for effective prediction, using high-level Keras API Perform supervised and unsupervised machine learning and learn advanced techniques such as training neural networks Get acquainted with some new practices introduced in TensorFlow 2.0 Alpha Book Description TensorFlow is one of the most popular machine learning frameworks in Python. With this book, you will improve your knowledge of some of the latest TensorFlow features and will be able to perform supervised and unsupervised machine learning and also train neural networks. After giving you an overview of what's new in TensorFlow 2.0 Alpha, the book moves on to setting up your machine learning environment using the TensorFlow library. You will perform popular supervised machine learning tasks using techniques such as linear regression, logistic regression, and clustering. You will get familiar with unsupervised learning for autoencoder applications. The book will also show you how to train effective neural networks using straightforward examples in a variety of different domains. By the end of the book, you will have been exposed to a large variety of machine learning and neural network TensorFlow techniques. What you will learn Use tf.Keras for fast prototyping, building, and training deep learning neural network models Easily convert your TensorFlow 1.12 applications to TensorFlow 2.0-compatible files Use TensorFlow to tackle traditional supervised and unsupervised machine learning applications Understand image recognition techniques using TensorFlow Perform neural style transfer for image hybridization using a neural network Code a recurrent neural network in TensorFlow to perform text-style generation Who this book is for Data scientists, machine learning developers, and deep learning enthusiasts looking to quickly get started with TensorFlow 2 will find this book useful. Some Python programming experience with version 3.6 or later, along with a familiarity with Jupyter notebooks will be an added advantage. Exposure to machine learning and neural network techniques would also be helpful.
    Note: Description based on online resource; title from title page (Safari, viewed May 1, 2019)
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  • 110
    ISBN: 9781789342666 , 178934266X
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Spark (Electronic resource : Apache Software Foundation) ; Electronic data processing ; Distributed processing ; Management ; Big data ; Machine learning ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: A practical guide for solving complex data processing challenges by applying the best optimizations techniques in Apache Spark. Key Features Learn about the core concepts and the latest developments in Apache Spark Master writing efficient big data applications with Spark's built-in modules for SQL, Streaming, Machine Learning and Graph analysis Get introduced to a variety of optimizations based on the actual experience Book Description Apache Spark is a flexible framework that allows processing of batch and real-time data. Its unified engine has made it quite popular for big data use cases. This book will help you to get started with Apache Spark 2.0 and write big data applications for a variety of use cases. It will also introduce you to Apache Spark ? one of the most popular Big Data processing frameworks. Although this book is intended to help you get started with Apache Spark, but it also focuses on explaining the core concepts. This practical guide provides a quick start to the Spark 2.0 architecture and its components. It teaches you how to set up Spark on your local machine. As we move ahead, you will be introduced to resilient distributed datasets (RDDs) and DataFrame APIs, and their corresponding transformations and actions. Then, we move on to the life cycle of a Spark application and learn about the techniques used to debug slow-running applications. You will also go through Spark's built-in modules for SQL, streaming, machine learning, and graph analysis. Finally, the book will lay out the best practices and optimization techniques that are key for writing efficient Spark applications. By the end of this book, you will have a sound fundamental understanding of the Apache Spark framework and you will be able to write and optimize Spark applications. What you will learn Learn core concepts such as RDDs, DataFrames, transformations, and more Set up a Spark development environment Choose the right APIs for your applications Understand Spark's architecture and the execution flow of a Spark application Explore built-in modules for SQL, streaming, ML, and graph analysis Optimize your Spark job for better performance Who this book is for If you are a big data enthusiast and love processing huge amount of data, this book is for you. If you are data engineer and looking for the best optimization techniques for your Spark applications, then you will find this book helpful. This book also helps data scientists who want to implement their mach...
    Note: Includes bibliographical references. - Description based on online resource; title from title page (Safari, viewed March 25, 2019)
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  • 111
    Online Resource
    Online Resource
    Birmingham, UK : Packt Publishing
    ISBN: 9781789342154 , 1789342155
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Charts, diagrams, etc ; Computer programs ; JavaScript (Computer program language) ; Information visualization ; Open source software ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Design interactive graphics and visuals for your data-driven applications using the popular open-source Chart.js data visualization library. Key Features Harness the power of JavaScript, HTML, and CSS to create interactive visualizations Display quantitative information efficiently in the form of attractive charts by using Chart.js A practical guide for creating data-driven applications using open-source JavaScript library Book Description Chart.js is a free, open-source data visualization library, maintained by an active community of developers in GitHub, where it rates as the second most popular data visualization library. If you want to quickly create responsive Web-based data visualizations for the Web, Chart.js is a great choice. This book guides the reader through dozens of practical examples, complete with code you can run and modify as you wish. It is a practical hands-on introduction to Chart.js. If you have basic knowledge of HTML, CSS and JavaScript you can learn to create beautiful interactive Web Canvas-based visualizations for your data using Chart.js. This book will help you set up Chart.js in a Web page and show how to create each one of the eight Chart.js chart types. You will also learn how to configure most properties that override Chart's default styles and behaviors. Practical applications of Chart.js are exemplified using real data files obtained from public data portals. You will learn how to load, parse, filter and select the data you wish to display from those files. You will also learn how to create visualizations that reveal patterns in the data. This book is based on Chart.js version 2.7.3 and ES2015 JavaScript. By the end of the book, you will be able to create beautiful, efficient and interactive data visualizations for the Web using Chart.js. What you will learn Learn how to create interactive and responsive data visualizations using Chart.js Learn how to create Canvas-based graphics without Canvas programming Create composite charts and configure animated data updates and transitions Efficiently display quantitative information using bar and line charts, scatterplots, and pie charts Learn how to load, parse, and filter external files in JSON and CSV formats Understand the benefits of using a data visualization framework Who this book is for The ideal target audience of this book includes web developers and designers, data journalists, data scientists and artists who wish to create interactive data visualizations...
    Note: Includes bibliographical references. - Description based on online resource; title from title page (Safari, viewed April 18, 2019)
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  • 112
    ISBN: 9781789138658 , 1789138655
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Go (Computer program language) ; Web applications ; Application software ; Development ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Create a real-world application in Go and explore various frameworks and methodologies for full-stack development Key Features Organize your isomorphic codebase to enhance the maintainability of your application Build web APIs and middleware in the Go language by making use of the popular Gin framework Implement real-time web application functionality with WebSockets Book Description The Go programming language has been rapidly adopted by developers for building web applications. With its impressive performance and ease of development, Go enjoys the support of a wide variety of open source frameworks, for building scalable and high-performant web services and apps. Hands-On Full Stack Development with Go is a comprehensive guide that covers all aspects of full stack development with Go. This clearly written, example-rich book begins with a practical exposure to Go development and moves on to build a frontend with the popular React framework. From there, you will build RESTful web APIs utilizing the Gin framework. After that, we will dive deeper into important software backend concepts, such as connecting to the database via an ORM, designing routes for your services, securing your services, and even charging credit cards via the popular Stripe API. We will also cover how to test, and benchmark your applications efficiently in a production environment. In the concluding chapters, we will cover isomorphic developments in pure Go by learning about GopherJS. As you progress through the book, you'll gradually build a musical instrument online store application from scratch. By the end of the book, you will be confident in taking on full stack web applications in Go. What you will learn Understand Go programming by building a real-world application Learn the React framework to develop a frontend for your application Understand isomorphic web development utilizing the GopherJS framework Explore methods to write RESTful web APIs in Go using the Gin framework Learn practical topics such as ORM layers, secure communications, and Stripe's API Learn methods to benchmark and test web APIs in Go Who this book is for Hands-On Full Stack Development with Go will appeal to developers who are looking to start building amazing full stack web applications in Go. Basic knowhow of Go language and JavaScript is expected. The book targets web developers who are looking to move to the Go language.
    Note: Includes bibliographical references. - Description based on online resource; title from title page (Safari, viewed April 29, 2019)
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  • 113
    ISBN: 9781789341348 , 1789341345
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: BusinessObjects ; Business intelligence ; Management information systems ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Designing and deploying solutions using the SAP BusinessObjects Business Intelligence platform 4.2. Key Features Get up and running with the SAP BusinessObjects Business Intelligence platform Perform effective data analysis and visualization for actionable insights Enhance your BI strategy by creating different types of reports and dashboards using SAP BusinessObjects Book Description The SAP BusinessObjects Business Intelligence platform is a powerful reporting and analysis tool. This book is the ideal introduction to the SAP BusinessObjects Business Intelligence platform, introducing you to its data visualization, visual analytics, reporting, and dashboarding capabilities. The book starts with an overview of the BI platform and various data sources for reporting. Then, we move on to looking at data visualization, analysis, reporting, and analytics using BusinessObjects Business Intelligence tools. You will learn about the features associated with reporting, scheduling, and distribution and learn how to deploy the platform. Toward the end, you will learn about the strategies and factors that should be considered during deployment. By the end, you will be confident working with the SAP BusinessObjects Business Intelligence platform to deliver better insights for more effective decision making. What you will learn Work with various tools to create interactive data visualization and analysis Query, report, and analyze with SAP Business Objects Web Intelligence Create a report in SAP Crystal Reports for Enterprise Visualize and manipulate data using an SAP Lumira Storyboard Deep dive into the workings of the SAP predictive analytics tool Deploy and configure SAP BO Intelligence platform 4.2 Who this book is for This book is for Business Intelligence professionals and existing SAP ecosystem users who want to perform effective Business Intelligence using SAP BusinessObjects.
    Note: Description based on online resource; title from title page (Safari, viewed April 10, 2019)
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  • 114
    ISBN: 9781788998581 , 1788998588
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Application program interfaces (Computer software) ; Web applications ; Computer networks ; Management ; Cloud computing ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Build effective RESTful APIs for enterprise with design patterns and REST framework's out-of-the-box capabilities Key Features Understand advanced topics such as API gateways, API securities, and cloud Implement patterns programmatically with easy-to-follow examples Modernize legacy codebase using API connectors, layers, and microservices Book Description This book deals with the Representational State Transfer (REST) paradigm, which is an architectural style that allows networked devices to communicate with each other over the internet. With the help of this book, you'll explore the concepts of service-oriented architecture (SOA), event-driven architecture (EDA), and resource-oriented architecture (ROA). This book covers why there is an insistence for high-quality APIs toward enterprise integration. It also covers how to optimize and explore endpoints for microservices with API gateways and touches upon integrated platforms and Hubs for RESTful APIs. You'll also understand how application delivery and deployments can be simplified and streamlined in the REST world. The book will help you dig deeper into the distinct contributions of RESTful services for IoT analytics and applications. Besides detailing the API design and development aspects, this book will assist you in designing and developing production-ready, testable, sustainable, and enterprise-grade APIs. By the end of the book, you'll be empowered with all that you need to create highly flexible APIs for next-generation RESTful services and applications. What you will learn Explore RESTful concepts, including URI, HATEOAS, and Code on Demand Study core patterns like Statelessness, Pagination, and Discoverability Optimize endpoints for linked microservices with API gateways Delve into API authentication, authorization, and API security implementations Work with Service Orchestration to craft composite and process-aware services Expose RESTful protocol-based APIs for cloud computing Who this book is for This book is primarily for web, mobile, and cloud services developers, architects, and consultants who want to build well-designed APIs for creating and sustaining enterprise-class applications. You'll also benefit from this book if you want to understand the finer details of RESTful APIs and their design techniques along with some tricks and tips.
    Note: Includes bibliographical references. - Description based on online resource; title from title page (Safari, viewed March 22, 2019)
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  • 115
    ISBN: 9781788993838 , 1788993837
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Edition: Second edition.
    Keywords: Microsoft CRM ; Customer relations ; Management ; Management information systems ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: A comprehensive guide packed with the latest features of Dynamics 365 for customer relationship management Key Features Create efficient client-side apps and customized plugins that work seamlessly Learn best practices from field experience to use Dynamics 365 efficiently Unleash the power of Dynamics 365 to maximize your organization's profits Book Description Microsoft Dynamics 365 is an all-in-one business management solution that's easy to use and adapt. It helps you connect your finances, sales, service, and operations to streamline business processes, improve customer interactions, and enable growth. This book gives you all the information you need to become an expert in MS Dynamics 365. This book starts with a brief overview of the functional features of Dynamics 365. You will learn how to create Word and Excel templates using CRM data to enable customized data analysis for your organization. This book helps you understand how to use Dynamics 365 as an XRM Framework, gain a deep understanding of client-side scripting in Dynamics 365, and create client-side applications using JavaScript and the Web API. In addition to this, you will discover how to customize Dynamics 365, and quickly move on to grasp the app structure, which helps you customize Dynamics 365 better. You will also learn how Dynamics 365 can be seamlessly embedded into various productivity tools to customize them for machine learning and contextual guidance. By the end of this book, you will have mastered utilizing Dynamics 365 features through real-world scenarios. What you will learn Manage various divisions of your organization using Dynamics 365 customizations Explore the XRM Framework and leverage its features Provide an enhanced mobile and tablet experience Develop client-side applications using JavaScript and the Web API Understand how to develop plugins and workflows using Dynamics 365 Explore solution framework improvements and new field types Who this book is for Mastering Microsoft Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement is for you if you have knowledge of Dynamics CRM and want to utilize the latest features of Dynamics 365. This book is also for you if you're a skilled developer looking to move to the Microsoft stack to build business solution software. Extensive Dynamics CRM development experience will be beneficial to understand the concepts covered in this book.
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  • 116
    ISBN: 9781788830232 , 1788830237
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Python (Computer program language) ; Computer networks ; Management ; Client/server computing ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Power up your network applications with Python programming Key Features Master Python skills to develop powerful network applications Grasp the fundamentals and functionalities of SDN Design multi-threaded, event-driven architectures for echo and chat servers Book Description This Learning Path highlights major aspects of Python network programming such as writing simple networking clients, creating and deploying SDN and NFV systems, and extending your network with Mininet. You'll also learn how to automate legacy and the latest network devices. As you progress through the chapters, you'll use Python for DevOps and open source tools to test, secure, and analyze your network. Toward the end, you'll develop client-side applications, such as web API clients, email clients, SSH, and FTP, using socket programming. By the end of this Learning Path, you will have learned how to analyze a network's security vulnerabilities using advanced network packet capture and analysis techniques. This Learning Path includes content from the following Packt products: Practical Network Automation by Abhishek Ratan Mastering Python Networking by Eric Chou Python Network Programming Cookbook, Second Edition by Pradeeban Kathiravelu, Dr. M. O. Faruque Sarker What you will learn Create socket-based networks with asynchronous models Develop client apps for web APIs, including S3 Amazon and Twitter Talk to email and remote network servers with different protocols Integrate Python with Cisco, Juniper, and Arista eAPI for automation Use Telnet and SSH connections for remote system monitoring Interact with websites via XML-RPC, SOAP, and REST APIs Build networks with Ryu, OpenDaylight, Floodlight, ONOS, and POX Configure virtual networks in different deployment environments Who this book is for If you are a Python developer or a system administrator who wants to start network programming, this Learning Path gets you a step closer to your goal. IT professionals and DevOps engineers who are new to managing network devices or those with minimal experience looking to expand their knowledge and skills in Python will also find this Learning Path useful. Although prior knowledge of networking is not required, some experience in Python programming will be helpful for a better understanding of the concepts in the Learning Path.
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  • 117
    ISBN: 9781788831796 , 1788831799
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations.
    Series Statement: Learning path
    Keywords: Windows Azure ; Application software ; Development ; Web applications ; Information technology ; Management ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Explore powerful Azure DevOps solutions to develop and deploy your software faster and more efficiently. Key Features Build modern microservice-based systems with Azure architecture Learn to deploy and manage cloud services and virtual machines Configure clusters with Azure Service Fabric for deployment Book Description This Learning Path helps you understand microservices architecture and leverage various services of Microsoft Azure Service Fabric to build, deploy, and maintain highly scalable enterprise-grade applications. You will learn to select an appropriate Azure backend structure for your solutions and work with its toolkit and managed apps to share your solutions with its service catalog. As you progress through the Learning Path, you will study Azure Cloud Services, Azure-managed Kubernetes, and Azure Container Services deployment techniques. To apply all that you've understood, you will build an end-to-end Azure system in scalable, decoupled tiers for an industrial bakery with three business domains. Toward the end of this Learning Path, you will build another scalable architecture using Azure Service Bus topics to send orders between decoupled business domains with scalable worker roles processing these orders. By the end of this Learning Path, you will be comfortable in using development, deployment, and maintenance processes to build robust cloud solutions on Azure. This Learning Path includes content from the following Packt products: Learn Microsoft Azure by Mohamed Wali Implementing Azure Solutions - Second Edition by Florian Klaffenbach, Oliver Michalski, Markus Klein Microservices with Azure by Namit Tanasseri and Rahul Rai What you will learn Study various Azure Service Fabric application programming models Create and manage a Kubernetes cluster in Azure Kubernetes Service Use site-to-site VPN and ExpressRoute connections in your environment Design an Azure IoT app and learn to operate it in various scenarios Implement a hybrid Azure design using Azure Stack Build Azure SQL databases with Code First Migrations Integrate client applications with Web API and SignalR on Azure Implement the Azure Active Directory (Azure AD) across the entire system Who this book is for If you are an IT system architect, network admin, or a DevOps engineer who wants to implement Azure solutions for your organization, this Learning Path is for you. Basic knowledge of the Azure Cloud platform will be beneficial.
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  • 118
    ISBN: 9781789806090 , 1789806097
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Machine learning ; R (Computer program language) ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Master a range of machine learning domains with real-world projects using TensorFlow for R, H2O, MXNet, and more Key Features Master machine learning, deep learning, and predictive modeling concepts in R 3.5 Build intelligent end-to-end projects for finance, retail, social media, and a variety of domains Implement smart cognitive models with helpful tips and best practices Book Description R is one of the most popular languages when it comes to performing computational statistics (statistical computing) easily and exploring the mathematical side of machine learning. With this book, you will leverage the R ecosystem to build efficient machine learning applications that carry out intelligent tasks within your organization. This book will help you test your knowledge and skills, guiding you on how to build easily through to complex machine learning projects. You will first learn how to build powerful machine learning models with ensembles to predict employee attrition. Next, you'll implement a joke recommendation engine and learn how to perform sentiment analysis on Amazon reviews. You'll also explore different clustering techniques to segment customers using wholesale data. In addition to this, the book will get you acquainted with credit card fraud detection using autoencoders, and reinforcement learning to make predictions and win on a casino slot machine. By the end of the book, you will be equipped to confidently perform complex tasks to build research and commercial projects for automated operations. What you will learn Explore deep neural networks and various frameworks that can be used in R Develop a joke recommendation engine to recommend jokes that match users' tastes Create powerful ML models with ensembles to predict employee attrition Build autoencoders for credit card fraud detection Work with image recognition and convolutional neural networks Make predictions for casino slot machine using reinforcement learning Implement NLP techniques for sentiment analysis and customer segmentation Who this book is for If you're a data analyst, data scientist, or machine learning developer who wants to master machine learning concepts using R by building real-world projects, this is the book for you. Each project will help you test your skills in implementing machine learning algorithms and techniques. A basic understanding of machine learning and working knowledge of R programming is necessary to get the most out of this book.
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  • 119
    ISBN: 9781788390835 , 1788390830
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Microsoft Azure (Computing platform) ; Cloud computing ; Software patterns ; Application software ; Development ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: A practical guide that helps you progress to using modern integration methods and leverage new cloud capability models Key Features Design critical hybrid integration solutions for your organization Gain in-depth knowledge of how to build cloud-native integration solutions Leverage cognitive services to build smart cloud solutions Book Description With more enterprises adapting cloud-based and API-based solutions, application integration has become more relevant and significant than ever before. Parallelly, Serverless Integration has gained popularity, as it helps agile organizations to build integration solutions quickly without having to worry about infrastructure costs. With Microsoft Azure's serverless offerings, such as Logic Apps, Azure Functions, API Management, Azure Event Grid and Service Bus, organizations can build powerful, secure, and scalable integration solutions with ease. The primary objective of this book is to help you to understand various serverless offerings included within Azure Integration Services, taking you through the basics and industry practices and patterns. This book starts by explaining the concepts of services such as Azure Functions, Logic Apps, and Service Bus with hands-on examples and use cases. After getting to grips with the basics, you will be introduced to API Management and building B2B solutions using Logic Apps Enterprise Integration Pack. This book will help readers to understand building hybrid integration solutions and touches upon Microsoft Cognitive Services and leveraging them in modern integration solutions. Industry practices and patterns are brought to light at appropriate opportunities while explaining various concepts. What you will learn Learn about the design principles of Microsoft Azure Serverless Integration Get insights into Azure Functions, Logic Apps, Azure Event Grid and Service Bus Secure and manage your integration endpoints using Azure API Management Build advanced B2B solutions using Logic Apps, Enterprise Integration Pack Monitor integration solutions using tools available on the market Discover design patterns for hybrid integration Who this book is for Serverless Integration Design Patterns with Azure is for you if you are a solution architect or integration professional aiming to build complex cloud solutions for your organization. Developers looking to build next-level hybrid or cloud solutions will also find this book useful. Prior programming knowledge is necessary.
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  • 120
    ISBN: 9781789807196 , 1789807190
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Edition: Third edition.
    Keywords: VMware vSphere ; Virtual computer systems ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Design a virtualized data center with VMware vSphere 6.7 Key Features Get the first book on the market that helps you design a virtualized data center with VMware vSphere 6.7 Learn how to create professional vSphere design documentation to ensure a successful implementation A practical guide that will help you apply infrastructure design principles to vSphere design Book Description VMware is the industry leader in data center virtualization. The vSphere 6.x suite of products provides a robust and resilient platform to virtualize server and application workloads. This book uses proven infrastructure design principles and applies them to VMware vSphere 6.7 virtual data center design through short and focused recipes on each design aspect. The second edition of this book focused on vSphere 6.0. vSphere features released since then necessitate an updated design guide, which includes recipes for upgrading to 6.7, vCenter HA; operational improvements; cutting-edge, high-performance storage access such as RDMA and Pmem; security features such as encrypted vMotion and VM-level encryption; Proactive HA; HA Orchestrated Restart; Predictive DRS; and more. By the end of the book, you will be able to achieve enhanced compute, storage, network, and management capabilities for your virtual data center. What you will learn Identify key factors related to a vSphere design Mitigate security risks and meet compliance requirements in a vSphere design Create a vSphere conceptual design by identifying technical and business requirements Design for performance, availability, recoverability, manageability, and security Map the logical resource design into the physical vSphere design Create professional vSphere design documentation Who this book is for If you are an administrator or consultant interested in designing virtualized data center environments using VMware vSphere 6.x (or previous versions of vSphere and the supporting components), this book is for you.
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  • 121
    ISBN: 9781789807707 , 1789807700
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Windows Azure ; Cloud computing ; Computer networks ; Management ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Learn to distribute network traffic, optimize application delivery, and defend network-level threats. Key Features Quickly get up and running with Azure networking solutions Level-up your cloud networking skills by planning, implementing, configuring, and securing your infrastructure network with Azure Leverage Azure networking services to provide applications highly available and fault tolerant environment Book Description Microsoft provides organizations with an effective way of managing their network with Azure's networking services. No matter the size of your organization, Azure provides a way to highly reliable performance and secure connectivity with its networking services. The book starts with an introduction to the Azure networking like creating Azure virtual networks, designing address spaces and subnets. Then you will learn to create and manage network security groups, application security groups, and IP addresses in Azure. Gradually, we move on to various aspects like S2S, P2S, and Vnet2Vnet connections, DNS and routing, load balancers and traffic manager. This book will cover every aspect and function required to deliver practical recipes to help readers learn from basic cloud networking practices to planning, implementing, and securing their infrastructure network with Azure. Readers will not only be able to upscale their current environment but will also learn to monitor, diagnose, and ensure secure connectivity. After learning to deliver a robust environment readers will also gain meaningful insights from recipes on best practices. By the end of this book, readers will gain hands-on experience in providing cost-effective solutions that benefit organizations. What you will learn Learn to create Azure networking services Understand how to create and work on hybrid connections Configure and manage Azure network services Learn ways to design high availability network solutions in Azure Discover how to monitor and troubleshoot Azure network resources Learn different methods of connecting local networks to Azure virtual networks Who this book is for This book is targeted towards cloud architects, cloud solution providers, or any stakeholders dealing with networking on the Azure cloud. Some prior understanding of Microsoft Azure will be a plus point.
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  • 122
    ISBN: 9781789613568 , 1789613566
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Edition: Third edition.
    Keywords: Machine learning ; R (Computer program language) ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Stay updated with expert techniques for solving data analytics and machine learning challenges and gain insights from complex projects and power up your applications Key Features Build independent machine learning (ML) systems leveraging the best features of R 3.5 Understand and apply different machine learning techniques using real-world examples Use methods such as multi-class classification, regression, and clustering Book Description Given the growing popularity of the R-zerocost statistical programming environment, there has never been a better time to start applying ML to your data. This book will teach you advanced techniques in ML ,using? the latest code in R 3.5. You will delve into various complex features of supervised learning, unsupervised learning, and reinforcement learning algorithms to design efficient and powerful ML models. This newly updated edition is packed with fresh examples covering a range of tasks from different domains. Mastering Machine Learning with R starts by showing you how to quickly manipulate data and prepare it for analysis. You will explore simple and complex models and understand how to compare them. You'll also learn to use the latest library support, such as TensorFlow and Keras-R, for performing advanced computations. Additionally, you'll explore complex topics, such as natural language processing (NLP), time series analysis, and clustering, which will further refine your skills in developing applications. Each chapter will help you implement advanced ML algorithms using real-world examples. You'll even be introduced to reinforcement learning, along with its various use cases and models. In the concluding chapters, you'll get a glimpse into how some of these blackbox models can be diagnosed and understood. By the end of this book, you'll be equipped with the skills to deploy ML techniques in your own projects or at work. What you will learn Prepare data for machine learning methods with ease Understand how to write production-ready code and package it for use Produce simple and effective data visualizations for improved insights Master advanced methods, such as Boosted Trees and deep neural networks Use natural language processing to extract insights in relation to text Implement tree-based classifiers, including Random Forest and Boosted Tree Who this book is for This book is for data science professionals, machine learning engineers, or anyone who is looking for the ideal guide to help them implement...
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  • 123
    ISBN: 9781789348828 , 178934882X
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Marketing ; Data processing ; Machine learning ; Marketing research ; Python (Computer program language) ; R (Computer program language) ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Optimize your marketing strategies through analytics and machine learning Key Features Understand how data science drives successful marketing campaigns Use machine learning for better customer engagement, retention, and product recommendations Extract insights from your data to optimize marketing strategies and increase profitability Book Description Regardless of company size, the adoption of data science and machine learning for marketing has been rising in the industry. With this book, you will learn to implement data science techniques to understand the drivers behind the successes and failures of marketing campaigns. This book is a comprehensive guide to help you understand and predict customer behaviors and create more effectively targeted and personalized marketing strategies. This is a practical guide to performing simple-to-advanced tasks, to extract hidden insights from the data and use them to make smart business decisions. You will understand what drives sales and increases customer engagements for your products. You will learn to implement machine learning to forecast which customers are more likely to engage with the products and have high lifetime value. This book will also show you how to use machine learning techniques to understand different customer segments and recommend the right products for each customer. Apart from learning to gain insights into consumer behavior using exploratory analysis, you will also learn the concept of A/B testing and implement it using Python and R. By the end of this book, you will be experienced enough with various data science and machine learning techniques to run and manage successful marketing campaigns for your business. What you will learn Learn how to compute and visualize marketing KPIs in Python and R Master what drives successful marketing campaigns with data science Use machine learning to predict customer engagement and lifetime value Make product recommendations that customers are most likely to buy Learn how to use A/B testing for better marketing decision making Implement machine learning to understand different customer segments Who this book is for If you are a marketing professional, data scientist, engineer, or a student keen to learn how to apply data science to marketing, this book is what you need! It will be beneficial to have some basic knowledge of either Python or R to work through the examples. This book will also be beneficial for beginners as it covers basic-to-adv...
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  • 124
    ISBN: 9781789340617 , 1789340616
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Edition: Third edition.
    Keywords: Kali Linux ; Penetration testing (Computer security) ; Computer networks ; Security measures ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: A practical guide to testing your infrastructure security with Kali Linux, the preferred choice of pentesters and hackers Key Features Employ advanced pentesting techniques with Kali Linux to build highly secured systems Discover various stealth techniques to remain undetected and defeat modern infrastructures Explore red teaming techniques to exploit secured environment Book Description This book takes you, as a tester or security practitioner, through the reconnaissance, vulnerability assessment, exploitation, privilege escalation, and post-exploitation activities used by pentesters. To start with, you'll use a laboratory environment to validate tools and techniques, along with an application that supports a collaborative approach for pentesting. You'll then progress to passive reconnaissance with open source intelligence and active reconnaissance of the external and internal infrastructure. You'll also focus on how to select, use, customize, and interpret the results from different vulnerability scanners, followed by examining specific routes to the target, which include bypassing physical security and the exfiltration of data using a variety of techniques. You'll discover concepts such as social engineering, attacking wireless networks, web services, and embedded devices. Once you are confident with these topics, you'll learn the practical aspects of attacking user client systems by backdooring with fileless techniques, followed by focusing on the most vulnerable part of the network ? directly attacking the end user. By the end of this book, you'll have explored approaches for carrying out advanced pentesting in tightly secured environments, understood pentesting and hacking techniques employed on embedded peripheral devices. What you will learn Configure the most effective Kali Linux tools to test infrastructure security Employ stealth to avoid detection in the infrastructure being tested Recognize when stealth attacks are being used against your infrastructure Exploit networks and data systems using wired and wireless networks as well as web services Identify and download valuable data from target systems Maintain access to compromised systems Use social engineering to compromise the weakest part of the network - the end users Who this book is for This third edition of Mastering Kali Linux for Advanced Penetration Testing is for you if you are a security analyst, pentester, ethical hacker, IT professional, or security consultant wanting ...
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  • 125
    Online Resource
    Online Resource
    Birmingham, UK : Packt Publishing
    ISBN: 9781788623759 , 1788623754
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Series Statement: Expert insight
    Keywords: Penetration testing (Computer security) ; Computer security ; Computers ; Access control ; Computer networks ; Security measures ; Hacking ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Web penetration testing by becoming an ethical hacker. Protect the web by learning the tools, and the tricks of the web application attacker. Key Features Builds on books and courses on penetration testing for beginners Covers both attack and defense perspectives Examines which tool to deploy to suit different applications and situations Book Description Becoming the Hacker will teach you how to approach web penetration testing with an attacker's mindset. While testing web applications for performance is common, the ever-changing threat landscape makes security testing much more difficult for the defender. There are many web application tools that claim to provide a complete survey and defense against potential threats, but they must be analyzed in line with the security needs of each web application or service. We must understand how an attacker approaches a web application and the implications of breaching its defenses. Through the first part of the book, Adrian Pruteanu walks you through commonly encountered vulnerabilities and how to take advantage of them to achieve your goal. The latter part of the book shifts gears and puts the newly learned techniques into practice, going over scenarios where the target may be a popular content management system or a containerized application and its network. Becoming the Hacker is a clear guide to web application security from an attacker's point of view, from which both sides can benefit. What you will learn Study the mindset of an attacker Adopt defensive strategies Classify and plan for standard web application security threats Prepare to combat standard system security problems Defend WordPress and mobile applications Use security tools and plan for defense against remote execution Who this book is for The reader should have basic security experience, for example, through running a network or encountering security issues during application development. Formal education in security is useful, but not required. This title is suitable for people with at least two years of experience in development, network management, or DevOps, or with an established interest in security.
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  • 126
    ISBN: 9781789953701 , 1789953707
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Edition: Second edition.
    Keywords: Kali Linux ; Penetration testing (Computer security) ; Computer security ; Computers ; Access control ; Computer networks ; Security measures ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Discover end-to-end penetration testing solutions to enhance your ethical hacking skills Key Features Practical recipes to conduct effective penetration testing using the latest version of Kali Linux Leverage tools like Metasploit, Wireshark, Nmap, and more to detect vulnerabilities with ease Confidently perform networking and application attacks using task-oriented recipes Book Description Many organizations have been affected by recent cyber events. At the current rate of hacking, it has become more important than ever to pentest your environment in order to ensure advanced-level security. This book is packed with practical recipes that will quickly get you started with Kali Linux (version 2018.4 / 2019), in addition to covering the core functionalities. The book will get you off to a strong start by introducing you to the installation and configuration of Kali Linux, which will help you to perform your tests. You will also learn how to plan attack strategies and perform web application exploitation using tools such as Burp and JexBoss. As you progress, you will get to grips with performing network exploitation using Metasploit, Sparta, and Wireshark. The book will also help you delve into the technique of carrying out wireless and password attacks using tools such as Patator, John the Ripper, and airoscript-ng. Later chapters will draw focus to the wide range of tools that help in forensics investigations and incident response mechanisms. As you wrap up the concluding chapters, you will learn to create an optimum quality pentest report. By the end of this book, you will be equipped with the knowledge you need to conduct advanced penetration testing, thanks to the book's crisp and task-oriented recipes. What you will learn Learn how to install, set up and customize Kali for pentesting on multiple platforms Pentest routers and embedded devices Get insights into fiddling around with software-defined radio Pwn and escalate through a corporate network Write good quality security reports Explore digital forensics and memory analysis with Kali Linux Who this book is for If you are an IT security professional, pentester, or security analyst who wants to conduct advanced penetration testing techniques, then this book is for you. Basic knowledge of Kali Linux is assumed.
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  • 127
    ISBN: 9781789800593 , 1789800595
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Management information systems ; Business intelligence ; Computer programs ; Information visualization ; Data mining ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Create dynamic dashboards to bring interactive data visualization to your enterprise using Qlik Sense Key Features Implement various Qlik Sense features to create interactive dashboards Analyze data easily and make business decisions faster using Qlik Sense Perform self-service data analytics and geospatial analytics using an example-based approach Book Description Qlik Sense allows you to explore simple-to-complex data to reveal hidden insights and data relationships to make business-driven decisions. Hands-On Business Intelligence with Qlik Sense begins by helping you get to grips with underlying Qlik concepts and gives you an overview of all Qlik Sense's features. You will learn advanced modeling techniques and learn how to analyze the data loaded using a variety of visualization objects. You'll also be trained on how to share apps through Qlik Sense Enterprise and Qlik Sense Cloud and how to perform aggregation with AGGR. As you progress through the chapters, you'll explore the stories feature to create data-driven presentations and update an existing story. This book will guide you through the GeoAnalytics feature with the geo-mapping object and GeoAnalytics connector. Furthermore, you'll learn about the self-service analytics features and perform data forecasting using advanced analytics. Lastly, you'll deploy Qlik Sense apps for mobile and tablet. By the end of this book, you will be well-equipped to run successful business intelligence applications using Qlik Sense's functionality, data modeling techniques, and visualization best practices. What you will learn Discover how to load, reshape, and model data for analysis Apply data visualization practices to create stunning dashboards Make use of Python and R for advanced analytics Perform geo-analysis to create visualizations using native objects Learn how to work with AGGR and data stories Who this book is for If you're a data analyst, BI developer, or interested in business intelligence and want to gain practical experience of working on Qlik Sense, this book is for you. You'll also find it useful if you want to explore Qlik Sense's next-generation applications for self-service business intelligence. No prior experience of working with Qlik Sense is required.
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  • 128
    ISBN: 9781789613346 , 1789613345
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Cloud computing ; Information technology ; Management ; Computing platforms ; Real-time data processing ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Effectively implement and administer business solutions on any scale in a cost-effective way to have a competitive advantage using Gsuite Key Features Enhance administration with Admin console and Google Apps Script Prepare for the G suite certification using the concepts in the book Learn how to use reports to monitor, troubleshoot and optimize G Suite Book Description Hands-On G Suite for Administrators is a comprehensive hands-on guide to G Suite Administration that will prepare you with all you need to know to become a certified G Suite Administrator, ready to handle all the business scales, from a small office to a large enterprise. You will start by learning the main features, tools, and services from G Suite for Business and then, you will explore all it has to offer and the best practices, so you can make the most out of it. We will explore G Suite tools in depth so you and your team get everything you need -combination of tools, settings and practices- to succeed in an intuitive, safe and collaborative way. While learning G Suite tools you will also learn how to use Google Sites and App Maker, to create from your corporate site to internal tools, live reports that seamlessly integrate with live documents, and advanced Google Services. Finally, you will learn how to set up, analyze and enforce Security, Privacy for your business and how to efficiently troubleshoot a wide variety of issues. What you will learn Setting up G Suite for the business account Work with the advanced setup of additional business domains and administrate users in multiple Explore Guite's extensive set of features to cover your team's creation and collaboration needs Setup, manage and analyze your security to prevent, find or fix any security problem in G Suite Manage Mobile devices and integrate with third-party apps Create cloud documents, working alone or collaborating in real time Who this book is for System administrators, cloud administrators, business professionals, and aspirants of G Suite admin certificate wanting to master implementing G Suite tools for various admin tasks and effectively implement the G Suite administration for business
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    Birmingham, UK : Packt Publishing
    ISBN: 9781789615104 , 1789615100
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Edition: Second edition.
    Keywords: Information storage and retrieval systems ; Big data ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Discover the unified, distributed storage system and improve the performance of applications Key Features Explore the latest features of Ceph's Mimic release Get to grips with advanced disaster and recovery practices for your storage Harness the power of Reliable Autonomic Distributed Object Store (RADOS) to help you optimize storage systems Book Description Ceph is an open source distributed storage system that is scalable to Exabyte deployments. This second edition of Mastering Ceph takes you a step closer to becoming an expert on Ceph. You'll get started by understanding the design goals and planning steps that should be undertaken to ensure successful deployments. In the next sections, you'll be guided through setting up and deploying the Ceph cluster with the help of orchestration tools. This will allow you to witness Ceph's scalability, erasure coding (data protective) mechanism, and automated data backup features on multiple servers. You'll then discover more about the key areas of Ceph including BlueStore, erasure coding and cache tiering with the help of examples. Next, you'll also learn some of the ways to export Ceph into non-native environments and understand some of the pitfalls that you may encounter. The book features a section on tuning that will take you through the process of optimizing both Ceph and its supporting infrastructure. You'll also learn to develop applications, which use Librados and distributed computations with shared object classes. Toward the concluding chapters, you'll learn to troubleshoot issues and handle various scenarios where Ceph is not likely to recover on its own. By the end of this book, you'll be able to master storage management with Ceph and generate solutions for managing your infrastructure. What you will learn Plan, design and deploy a Ceph cluster Get well-versed with different features and storage methods Carry out regular maintenance and daily operations with ease Tune Ceph for improved ROI and performance Recover Ceph from a range of issues Upgrade clusters to BlueStore Who this book is for If you are a storage professional, system administrator, or cloud engineer looking for guidance on building powerful storage solutions for your cloud and on-premise infrastructure, this book is for you.
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  • 130
    ISBN: 9781789341966 , 1789341965
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Edition: Second edition.
    Keywords: Clojure (Computer program language) ; Functional programming languages ; Application software ; Development ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Learn how to use RxClojure to deal with stateful computations Key Features Leverage the features of Functional Reactive Programming using Clojure Create dataflow-based systems that are the building blocks of Reactive Programming Use different Functional Reactive Programming frameworks, techniques, and patterns to solve real-world problems Book Description Reactive Programming is central to many concurrent systems, and can help make the process of developing highly concurrent, event-driven, and asynchronous applications simpler and less error-prone. This book will allow you to explore Reactive Programming in Clojure 1.9 and help you get to grips with some of its new features such as transducers, reader conditionals, additional string functions, direct linking, and socket servers. Hands-On Reactive Programming with Clojure starts by introducing you to Functional Reactive Programming (FRP) and its formulations, as well as showing you how it inspired Compositional Event Systems (CES). It then guides you in understanding Reactive Programming as well as learning how to develop your ability to work with time-varying values thanks to examples of reactive applications implemented in different frameworks. You'll also gain insight into some interesting Reactive design patterns such as the simple component, circuit breaker, request-response, and multiple-master replication. Finally, the book introduces microservices-based architecture in Clojure and closes with examples of unit testing frameworks. By the end of the book, you will have gained all the knowledge you need to create applications using different Reactive Programming approaches. What you will learn Understand how to think in terms of time-varying values and event streams Create, compose, and transform observable sequences using Reactive extensions Build a CES framework from scratch using core.async as its foundation Develop a simple ClojureScript game using Reagi Integrate Om and RxJS in a web application Implement a reactive API in Amazon Web Services (AWS) Discover helpful approaches to backpressure and error handling Get to grips with futures and their applications Who this book is for If you're interested in using Reactive Programming to build asynchronous and concurrent applications, this is the book for you. Basic knowledge of Clojure programming is necessary to understand the concepts covered in this book.
    Note: Previous edition published: 2015. - Includes bibliographical references. - Description based on online resource; title from title page (Safari, viewed March 15, 2019)
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  • 131
    ISBN: 9781789133318 , 1789133319
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Python (Computer program language) ; Neural networks (Computer science) ; Machine learning ; Artificial intelligence ; Electronic books ; local ; Electronic books
    Abstract: Build your Machine Learning portfolio by creating 6 cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence projects using neural networks in Python Key Features Discover neural network architectures (like CNN and LSTM) that are driving recent advancements in AI Build expert neural networks in Python using popular libraries such as Keras Includes projects such as object detection, face identification, sentiment analysis, and more Book Description Neural networks are at the core of recent AI advances, providing some of the best resolutions to many real-world problems, including image recognition, medical diagnosis, text analysis, and more. This book goes through some basic neural network and deep learning concepts, as well as some popular libraries in Python for implementing them. It contains practical demonstrations of neural networks in domains such as fare prediction, image classification, sentiment analysis, and more. In each case, the book provides a problem statement, the specific neural network architecture required to tackle that problem, the reasoning behind the algorithm used, and the associated Python code to implement the solution from scratch. In the process, you will gain hands-on experience with using popular Python libraries such as Keras to build and train your own neural networks from scratch. By the end of this book, you will have mastered the different neural network architectures and created cutting-edge AI projects in Python that will immediately strengthen your machine learning portfolio. What you will learn Learn various neural network architectures and its advancements in AI Master deep learning in Python by building and training neural network Master neural networks for regression and classification Discover convolutional neural networks for image recognition Learn sentiment analysis on textual data using Long Short-Term Memory Build and train a highly accurate facial recognition security system Who this book is for This book is a perfect match for data scientists, machine learning engineers, and deep learning enthusiasts who wish to create practical neural network projects in Python. Readers should already have some basic knowledge of machine learning and neural networks.
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  • 132
    ISBN: 9781789132502 , 1789132509
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Python (Computer program language) ; Machine learning ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Implement machine learning algorithms to build ensemble models using Keras, H2O, Scikit-Learn, Pandas and more Key Features Apply popular machine learning algorithms using a recipe-based approach Implement boosting, bagging, and stacking ensemble methods to improve machine learning models Discover real-world ensemble applications and encounter complex challenges in Kaggle competitions Book Description Ensemble modeling is an approach used to improve the performance of machine learning models. It combines two or more similar or dissimilar machine learning algorithms to deliver superior intellectual powers. This book will help you to implement popular machine learning algorithms to cover different paradigms of ensemble machine learning such as boosting, bagging, and stacking. The Ensemble Machine Learning Cookbook will start by getting you acquainted with the basics of ensemble techniques and exploratory data analysis. You'll then learn to implement tasks related to statistical and machine learning algorithms to understand the ensemble of multiple heterogeneous algorithms. It will also ensure that you don't miss out on key topics, such as like resampling methods. As you progress, you'll get a better understanding of bagging, boosting, stacking, and working with the Random Forest algorithm using real-world examples. The book will highlight how these ensemble methods use multiple models to improve machine learning results, as compared to a single model. In the concluding chapters, you'll delve into advanced ensemble models using neural networks, natural language processing, and more. You'll also be able to implement models such as fraud detection, text categorization, and sentiment analysis. By the end of this book, you'll be able to harness ensemble techniques and the working mechanisms of machine learning algorithms to build intelligent models using individual recipes. What you will learn Understand how to use machine learning algorithms for regression and classification problems Implement ensemble techniques such as averaging, weighted averaging, and max-voting Get to grips with advanced ensemble methods, such as bootstrapping, bagging, and stacking Use Random Forest for tasks such as classification and regression Implement an ensemble of homogeneous and heterogeneous machine learning algorithms Learn and implement various boosting techniques, such as AdaBoost, Gradient Boosting Machine, and XGBoost Who this book is for This book is designed fo...
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  • 133
    ISBN: 9781789131154 , 1789131154
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Edition: Second edition.
    Keywords: Windows Azure ; Cloud computing ; Computer networks ; Security measures ; Application software ; Development ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Start empowering users and protecting corporate data, while managing identities and access with Microsoft Azure in different environments Key Features Understand how to identify and manage business drivers during transitions Explore Microsoft Identity and Access Management as a Service (IDaaS) solution Over 40 playbooks to support your learning process with practical guidelines Book Description Microsoft Azure and its Identity and access management are at the heart of Microsoft's software as service products, including Office 365, Dynamics CRM, and Enterprise Mobility Management. It is crucial to master Microsoft Azure in order to be able to work with the Microsoft Cloud effectively. You'll begin by identifying the benefits of Microsoft Azure in the field of identity and access management. Working through the functionality of identity and access management as a service, you will get a full overview of the Microsoft strategy. Understanding identity synchronization will help you to provide a well-managed identity. Project scenarios and examples will enable you to understand, troubleshoot, and develop on essential authentication protocols and publishing scenarios. Finally, you will acquire a thorough understanding of Microsoft Information protection technologies. What you will learn Apply technical descriptions to your business needs and deployments Manage cloud-only, simple, and complex hybrid environments Apply correct and efficient monitoring and identity protection strategies Design and deploy custom Identity and access management solutions Build a complete identity and access management life cycle Understand authentication and application publishing mechanisms Use and understand the most crucial identity synchronization scenarios Implement a suitable information protection strategy Who this book is for This book is a perfect companion for developers, cyber security specialists, system and security engineers, IT consultants/architects, and system administrators who are looking for perfectly up?to-date hybrid and cloud-only scenarios. You should have some understanding of security solutions, Active Directory, access privileges/rights, and authentication methods. Programming knowledge is not required but can be helpful for using PowerShell or working with APIs to customize your solutions.
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  • 134
    ISBN: 9781788991490 , 1788991494
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Rust (Computer program language) ; Computer programming ; Computer algorithms ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Design and implement professional level programs by exploring modern data structures and algorithms in Rust. Key Features Use data structures such as arrays, stacks, trees, lists and graphs with real-world examples Learn the functional and reactive implementations of the traditional data structures Explore illustrations to present data structures and algorithms, as well as their analysis, in a clear, visual manner. Book Description Rust has come a long way and is now utilized in several contexts. Its key strengths are its software infrastructure and resource-constrained applications, including desktop applications, servers, and performance-critical applications, not forgetting its importance in systems' programming. This book will be your guide as it takes you through implementing classic data structures and algorithms in Rust, helping you to get up and running as a confident Rust programmer. The book begins with an introduction to Rust data structures and algorithms, while also covering essential language constructs. You will learn how to store data using linked lists, arrays, stacks, and queues. You will also learn how to implement sorting and searching algorithms. You will learn how to attain high performance by implementing algorithms to string data types and implement hash structures in algorithm design. The book will examine algorithm analysis, including Brute Force algorithms, Greedy algorithms, Divide and Conquer algorithms, Dynamic Programming, and Backtracking. By the end of the book, you will have learned how to build components that are easy to understand, debug, and use in different applications. What you will learn Design and implement complex data structures in Rust Analyze, implement, and improve searching and sorting algorithms in Rust Create and use well-tested and reusable components with Rust Understand the basics of multithreaded programming and advanced algorithm design Become familiar with application profiling based on benchmarking and testing Explore the borrowing complexity of implementing algorithms Who this book is for This book is for developers seeking to use Rust solutions in a practical/professional setting; who wants to learn essential Data Structures and Algorithms in Rust. It is for developers with basic Rust language knowledge, some experience in other programming languages is required.
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  • 135
    ISBN: 9781788998765 , 1788998766
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Reinforcement learning ; Machine learning ; Computer games ; Programming ; Neural networks (Computer science) ; Application software ; Development ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Understand the core concepts of deep learning and deep reinforcement learning by applying them to develop games Key Features Apply the power of deep learning to complex reasoning tasks by building a Game AI Exploit the most recent developments in machine learning and AI for building smart games Implement deep learning models and neural networks with Python Book Description The number of applications of deep learning and neural networks has multiplied in the last couple of years. Neural nets has enabled significant breakthroughs in everything from computer vision, voice generation, voice recognition and self-driving cars. Game development is also a key area where these techniques are being applied. This book will give an in depth view of the potential of deep learning and neural networks in game development. We will take a look at the foundations of multi-layer perceptron's to using convolutional and recurrent networks. In applications from GANs that create music or textures to self-driving cars and chatbots. Then we introduce deep reinforcement learning through the multi-armed bandit problem and other OpenAI Gym environments. As we progress through the book we will gain insights about DRL techniques such as Motivated Reinforcement Learning with Curiosity and Curriculum Learning. We also take a closer look at deep reinforcement learning and in particular the Unity ML-Agents toolkit. By the end of the book, we will look at how to apply DRL and the ML-Agents toolkit to enhance, test and automate your games or simulations. Finally, we will cover your possible next steps and possible areas for future learning. What you will learn Learn the foundations of neural networks and deep learning. Use advanced neural network architectures in applications to create music, textures, self driving cars and chatbots. Understand the basics of reinforcement and DRL and how to apply it to solve a variety of problems. Working with Unity ML-Agents toolkit and how to install, setup and run the kit. Understand core concepts of DRL and the differences between discrete and continuous action environments. Use several advanced forms of learning in various scenarios from developing agents to testing games. Who this book is for This books is for game developers who wish to create highly interactive games by leveraging the power of machine and deep learning. No prior knowledge of machine learning, deep learning or neural networks is required this book will teach those concept...
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  • 136
    ISBN: 9781788998819 , 1788998812
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Application software ; Development ; Data structures (Computer science) ; Computer algorithms ; Java (Computer program language) ; Mobile apps ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Understand and solve complex computational problems and write efficient code with Kotlin Key Features Learn about important data structures such as lists, arrays, queues, and stacks Design custom algorithms for real-life implementations Identify suitable tools for different scenarios and deliver immediate results Book Description Data structures and algorithms are more than just theoretical concepts. They help you become familiar with computational methods for solving problems and writing logical code. Equipped with this knowledge, you can write efficient programs that run faster and use less memory. Hands-On Data Structures and Algorithms with Kotlin book starts with the basics of algorithms and data structures, helping you get to grips with the fundamentals and measure complexity. You'll then move on to exploring the basics of functional programming while getting used to thinking recursively. Packed with plenty of examples along the way, this book will help you grasp each concept easily. In addition to this, you'll get a clear understanding of how the data structures in Kotlin's collection framework work internally. By the end of this book, you will be able to apply the theory of data structures and algorithms to work out real-world problems. What you will learn Understand the basic principles of algorithms and data structures Explore general-purpose data structures with arrays and linked lists Get to grips with the basics of stacks, queues, and double-ended queues Understand functional programming and related data structures Use performant searching and efficient sorting Uncover how Kotlin's collection framework functions Become adept at implementing different types of maps Who this book is for If you're a Kotlin developer who wants to learn the intricacies of implementing data structures and algorithms for scalable application development, this book is for you.
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  • 137
    ISBN: 9781788999465 , 1788999460
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Python (Computer program language) ; Penetration testing (Computer security) ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Implement defensive techniques in your ecosystem successfully with Python Key Features Identify and expose vulnerabilities in your infrastructure with Python Learn custom exploit development . Make robust and powerful cybersecurity tools with Python Book Description With the current technological and infrastructural shift, penetration testing is no longer a process-oriented activity. Modern-day penetration testing demands lots of automation and innovation; the only language that dominates all its peers is Python. Given the huge number of tools written in Python, and its popularity in the penetration testing space, this language has always been the first choice for penetration testers. Hands-On Penetration Testing with Python walks you through advanced Python programming constructs. Once you are familiar with the core concepts, you'll explore the advanced uses of Python in the domain of penetration testing and optimization. You'll then move on to understanding how Python, data science, and the cybersecurity ecosystem communicate with one another. In the concluding chapters, you'll study exploit development, reverse engineering, and cybersecurity use cases that can be automated with Python. By the end of this book, you'll have acquired adequate skills to leverage Python as a helpful tool to pentest and secure infrastructure, while also creating your own custom exploits. What you will learn Get to grips with Custom vulnerability scanner development Familiarize yourself with web application scanning automation and exploit development Walk through day-to-day cybersecurity scenarios that can be automated with Python Discover enterprise-or organization-specific use cases and threat-hunting automation Understand reverse engineering, fuzzing, buffer overflows , key-logger development, and exploit development for buffer overflows. Understand web scraping in Python and use it for processing web responses Explore Security Operations Centre (SOC) use cases Get to understand Data Science, Python, and cybersecurity all under one hood Who this book is for If you are a security consultant , developer or a cyber security enthusiast with little or no knowledge of Python and want in-depth insight into how the pen-testing ecosystem and python combine to create offensive tools , exploits , automate cyber security use-cases and much more then this book is for you. Hands-On Penetration Testing with Python guides you through the advanced uses of Python for cybersecu...
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  • 138
    ISBN: 9781788833790 , 1788833791
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: MySQL (Electronic resource) ; SQL (Computer program language) ; Database management ; Relational databases ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Design cost-efficient database solutions, scale enterprise operations and reduce overhead business costs with MySQL Key Features Explore the new and advanced features of MySQL 8.0 Use advanced techniques to optimize MySQL performance Create MySQL-based applications for your enterprise with the help of practical examples Book Description Advanced MySQL 8 teaches you to enhance your existing database infrastructure and build various tools to improve your enterprise applications and overall website performance. The book starts with the new and exciting MySQL 8.0 features and how to utilize them for maximum efficiency. As you make your way through the chapters, you will learn to optimize MySQL performance using indexes and advanced data query techniques for large queries. You will also discover MySQL Server 8.0 settings and work with the MySQL data dictionary to boost the performance of your database. In the concluding chapters, you will cover MySQL 8.0 Group Replication, which will enable you to create elastic, highly available, and fault-tolerant replication topologies. You will also explore backup and recovery techniques for your databases and understand important tips and tricks to help your critical data reach its full potential. By the end of this book, you'll have learned about new MySQL 8.0 security features that allow a database administrator (DBA) to simplify user management and increase the security of their multi-user environments. What you will learn Explore new and exciting features of MySQL 8.0 Analyze and optimize large MySQL queries Understand MySQL Server 8.0 settings Master the deployment of Group Replication and use it in an InnoDB cluster Monitor large distributed databases Discover different types of backups and recovery methods for your databases Explore tips to help your critical data reach its full potential Who this book is for Advanced MySQL 8 is for database administrators, data architects, and database developers who want to dive deeper into building advanced database applications in the MySQL environment.
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  • 139
    ISBN: 9781788831611 , 1788831616
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Machine learning ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Your hands-on reference guide to developing, training, and optimizing your machine learning models Key Features Your guide to learning efficient machine learning processes from scratch Explore expert techniques and hacks for a variety of machine learning concepts Write effective code in R, Python, Scala, and Spark to solve all your machine learning problems Book Description Machine learning makes it possible to learn about the unknowns and gain hidden insights into your datasets by mastering many tools and techniques. This book guides you to do just that in a very compact manner. After giving a quick overview of what machine learning is all about, Machine Learning Quick Reference jumps right into its core algorithms and demonstrates how they can be applied to real-world scenarios. From model evaluation to optimizing their performance, this book will introduce you to the best practices in machine learning. Furthermore, you will also look at the more advanced aspects such as training neural networks and work with different kinds of data, such as text, time-series, and sequential data. Advanced methods and techniques such as causal inference, deep Gaussian processes, and more are also covered. By the end of this book, you will be able to train fast, accurate machine learning models at your fingertips, which you can easily use as a point of reference. What you will learn Get a quick rundown of model selection, statistical modeling, and cross-validation Choose the best machine learning algorithm to solve your problem Explore kernel learning, neural networks, and time-series analysis Train deep learning models and optimize them for maximum performance Briefly cover Bayesian techniques and sentiment analysis in your NLP solution Implement probabilistic graphical models and causal inferences Measure and optimize the performance of your machine learning models Who this book is for If you're a machine learning practitioner, data scientist, machine learning developer, or engineer, this book will serve as a reference point in building machine learning solutions. You will also find this book useful if you're an intermediate machine learning developer or data scientist looking for a quick, handy reference to all the concepts of machine learning. You'll need some exposure to machine learning to get the best out of this book.
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  • 140
    ISBN: 9781788628327 , 1788628322
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Apache Hadoop ; Application software ; Development ; Big data ; Business ; Data processing ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: A comprehensive guide to mastering the most advanced Hadoop 3 concepts Key Features Get to grips with the newly introduced features and capabilities of Hadoop 3 Crunch and process data using MapReduce, YARN, and a host of tools within the Hadoop ecosystem Sharpen your Hadoop skills with real-world case studies and code Book Description Apache Hadoop is one of the most popular big data solutions for distributed storage and for processing large chunks of data. With Hadoop 3, Apache promises to provide a high-performance, more fault-tolerant, and highly efficient big data processing platform, with a focus on improved scalability and increased efficiency. With this guide, you'll understand advanced concepts of the Hadoop ecosystem tool. You'll learn how Hadoop works internally, study advanced concepts of different ecosystem tools, discover solutions to real-world use cases, and understand how to secure your cluster. It will then walk you through HDFS, YARN, MapReduce, and Hadoop 3 concepts. You'll be able to address common challenges like using Kafka efficiently, designing low latency, reliable message delivery Kafka systems, and handling high data volumes. As you advance, you'll discover how to address major challenges when building an enterprise-grade messaging system, and how to use different stream processing systems along with Kafka to fulfil your enterprise goals. By the end of this book, you'll have a complete understanding of how components in the Hadoop ecosystem are effectively integrated to implement a fast and reliable data pipeline, and you'll be equipped to tackle a range of real-world problems in data pipelines. What you will learn Gain an in-depth understanding of distributed computing using Hadoop 3 Develop enterprise-grade applications using Apache Spark, Flink, and more Build scalable and high-performance Hadoop data pipelines with security, monitoring, and data governance Explore batch data processing patterns and how to model data in Hadoop Master best practices for enterprises using, or planning to use, Hadoop 3 as a data platform Understand security aspects of Hadoop, including authorization and authentication Who this book is for If you want to become a big data professional by mastering the advanced concepts of Hadoop, this book is for you. You'll also find this book useful if you're a Hadoop professional looking to strengthen your knowledge of the Hadoop ecosystem. Fundamental knowledge of the Java programming language an...
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  • 141
    ISBN: 9781788471770 , 1788471776
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Machine learning ; Information visualization ; Electronic data processing ; Distributed processing ; Open source software ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Leverage Elastic Stack's machine learning features to gain valuable insight from your data Key Features Combine machine learning with the analytic capabilities of Elastic Stack Analyze large volumes of search data and gain actionable insight from them Use external analytical tools with your Elastic Stack to improve its performance Book Description Machine Learning with the Elastic Stack is a comprehensive overview of the embedded commercial features of anomaly detection and forecasting. The book starts with installing and setting up Elastic Stack. You will perform time series analysis on varied kinds of data, such as log files, network flows, application metrics, and financial data. As you progress through the chapters, you will deploy machine learning within the Elastic Stack for logging, security, and metrics. In the concluding chapters, you will see how machine learning jobs can be automatically distributed and managed across the Elasticsearch cluster and made resilient to failure. By the end of this book, you will understand the performance aspects of incorporating machine learning within the Elastic ecosystem and create anomaly detection jobs and view results from Kibana directly. What you will learn Install the Elastic Stack to use machine learning features Understand how Elastic machine learning is used to detect a variety of anomaly types Apply effective anomaly detection to IT operations and security analytics Leverage the output of Elastic machine learning in custom views, dashboards, and proactive alerting Combine your created jobs to correlate anomalies of different layers of infrastructure Learn various tips and tricks to get the most out of Elastic machine learning Who this book is for If you are a data professional eager to gain insight on Elasticsearch data without having to rely on a machine learning specialist or custom development, Machine Learning with the Elastic Stack is for you. Those looking to integrate machine learning within their search and analytics applications will also find this book very useful. Prior experience with the Elastic Stack is needed to get the most out of this book.
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  • 142
    ISBN: 9781838646974 , 1838646973
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Series Statement: Learning path
    Keywords: Computer networks ; Security measures ; Evaluation ; Computer network protocols ; Security measures ; Evaluation ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Plug the gaps in your network's infrastructure with resilient network security models Key Features Develop a cost-effective and end-to-end vulnerability management program Explore best practices for vulnerability scanning and risk assessment Understand and implement network enumeration with Nessus and Network Mapper (Nmap) Book Description Digitization drives technology today, which is why it's so important for organizations to design security mechanisms for their network infrastructures. Analyzing vulnerabilities is one of the best ways to secure your network infrastructure. This Learning Path begins by introducing you to the various concepts of network security assessment, workflows, and architectures. You will learn to employ open source tools to perform both active and passive network scanning and use these results to analyze and design a threat model for network security. With a firm understanding of the basics, you will then explore how to use Nessus and Nmap to scan your network for vulnerabilities and open ports and gain back door entry into a network. As you progress through the chapters, you will gain insights into how to carry out various key scanning tasks, including firewall detection, OS detection, and access management to detect vulnerabilities in your network. By the end of this Learning Path, you will be familiar with the tools you need for network scanning and techniques for vulnerability scanning and network protection. This Learning Path includes content from the following Packt books: Network Scanning Cookbook by Sairam Jetty Network Vulnerability Assessment by Sagar Rahalkar What you will learn Explore various standards and frameworks for vulnerability assessments and penetration testing Gain insight into vulnerability scoring and reporting Discover the importance of patching and security hardening Develop metrics to measure the success of a vulnerability management program Perform configuration audits for various platforms using Nessus Write custom Nessus and Nmap scripts on your own Install and configure Nmap and Nessus in your network infrastructure Perform host discovery to identify network devices Who this book is for This Learning Path is designed for security analysts, threat analysts, and security professionals responsible for developing a network threat model for an organization. Professionals who want to be part of a vulnerability management team and implement an end-to-end robust vulnerability management progra...
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  • 143
    ISBN: 9781838642556 , 1838642552
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations.
    Series Statement: Learning path
    Keywords: Blockchains (Databases) ; Application software ; Development ; Electronic funds transfers ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Learn quick and effective techniques for developing blockchain-based distributed ledgers with ease Key Features Discover why blockchain is a game changer in the technology landscape Set up blockchain networks using Hyperledger Fabric Write smart contracts at speed with Hyperledger Composer Book Description Blockchain and Hyperledger are open source technologies that power the development of decentralized applications. This Learning Path is your helpful reference for exploring and building blockchain networks using Ethereum, Hyperledger Fabric, and Hyperledger Composer. Blockchain Development with Hyperledger will start off by giving you an overview of blockchain and demonstrating how you can set up an Ethereum development environment for developing, packaging, building, and testing campaign-decentralized applications. You'll then explore the de facto language Solidity, which you can use to develop decentralized applications in Ethereum. Following this, you'll be able to configure Hyperledger Fabric and use it to build private blockchain networks and applications that connect to them. Toward the later chapters, you'll learn how to design and launch a network, and even implement smart contracts in chain code. By the end of this Learning Path, you'll be able to build and deploy your own decentralized applications by addressing the key pain points encountered in the blockchain life cycle. This Learning Path includes content from the following Packt products: Blockchain Quick Start Guide by Xun (Brian) Wu and Weimin Sun Hands-On Blockchain with Hyperledger by Nitin Gaur et al. What you will learn Understand why decentralized applications are necessary Develop and test a decentralized application with Hyperledger Fabric and Hyperledger Composer Write and test a smart contract using Solidity Design transaction models and chain code with Golang Deploy the Composer REpresentational State Transfer (REST) Gateway to access Composer transactions Maintain, monitor, and manage your blockchain solutions Who this book is for This Learning Path is designed for blockchain developers who want to build decentralized applications and smart contracts from scratch using Hyperledger. Basic familiarity with or exposure to any programming language will be useful to get started with this course.
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  • 144
    ISBN: 9781788298803 , 1788298802
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Series Statement: Learning path
    Keywords: Information storage and retrieval systems ; Big data ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Get to grips with the unified, highly scalable distributed storage system and learn how to design and implement it. Key Features Explore Ceph's architecture in detail Implement a Ceph cluster successfully and gain deep insights into its best practices Leverage the advanced features of Ceph, including erasure coding, tiering, and BlueStore Book Description This Learning Path takes you through the basics of Ceph all the way to gaining in-depth understanding of its advanced features. You'll gather skills to plan, deploy, and manage your Ceph cluster. After an introduction to the Ceph architecture and its core projects, you'll be able to set up a Ceph cluster and learn how to monitor its health, improve its performance, and troubleshoot any issues. By following the step-by-step approach of this Learning Path, you'll learn how Ceph integrates with OpenStack, Glance, Manila, Swift, and Cinder. With knowledge of federated architecture and CephFS, you'll use Calamari and VSM to monitor the Ceph environment. In the upcoming chapters, you'll study the key areas of Ceph, including BlueStore, erasure coding, and cache tiering. More specifically, you'll discover what they can do for your storage system. In the concluding chapters, you will develop applications that use Librados and distributed computations with shared object classes, and see how Ceph and its supporting infrastructure can be optimized. By the end of this Learning Path, you'll have the practical knowledge of operating Ceph in a production environment. This Learning Path includes content from the following Packt products: Ceph Cookbook by Michael Hackett, Vikhyat Umrao and Karan Singh Mastering Ceph by Nick Fisk Learning Ceph, Second Edition by Anthony D'Atri, Vaibhav Bhembre and Karan Singh What you will learn Understand the benefits of using Ceph as a storage solution Combine Ceph with OpenStack, Cinder, Glance, and Nova components Set up a test cluster with Ansible and virtual machine with VirtualBox Develop solutions with Librados and shared object classes Configure BlueStore and see its interaction with other configurations Tune, monitor, and recover storage systems effectively Build an erasure-coded pool by selecting intelligent parameters Who this book is for If you are a developer, system administrator, storage professional, or cloud engineer who wants to understand how to deploy a Ceph cluster, this Learning Path is ideal for you. It will help you discover ways in which Ceph features...
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  • 145
    ISBN: 9781788627597 , 1788627598
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Series Statement: Expert insight
    Keywords: Application software ; Development ; Web services ; Electronic data processing ; Distributed processing ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Understand how to apply distributed tracing to microservices-based architectures Key Features A thorough conceptual introduction to distributed tracing An exploration of the most important open standards in the space A how-to guide for code instrumentation and operating a tracing infrastructure Book Description Mastering Distributed Tracing will equip you to operate and enhance your own tracing infrastructure. Through practical exercises and code examples, you will learn how end-to-end tracing can be used as a powerful application performance management and comprehension tool. The rise of Internet-scale companies, like Google and Amazon, ushered in a new era of distributed systems operating on thousands of nodes across multiple data centers. Microservices increased that complexity, often exponentially. It is harder to debug these systems, track down failures, detect bottlenecks, or even simply understand what is going on. Distributed tracing focuses on solving these problems for complex distributed systems. Today, tracing standards have developed and we have much faster systems, making instrumentation less intrusive and data more valuable. Yuri Shkuro, the creator of Jaeger, a popular open-source distributed tracing system, delivers end-to-end coverage of the field in Mastering Distributed Tracing. Review the history and theoretical foundations of tracing; solve the data gathering problem through code instrumentation, with open standards like OpenTracing, W3C Trace Context, and OpenCensus; and discuss the benefits and applications of a distributed tracing infrastructure for understanding, and profiling, complex systems. What you will learn How to get started with using a distributed tracing system How to get the most value out of end-to-end tracing Learn about open standards in the space Learn about code instrumentation and operating a tracing infrastructure Learn where distributed tracing fits into microservices as a core function Who this book is for Any developer interested in testing large systems will find this book very revealing and in places, surprising. Every microservice architect and developer should have an insight into distributed tracing, and the book will help them on their way. System administrators with some development skills will also benefit. No particular programming language skills are required, although an ability to read Java, while non-essential, will help with the core chapters.
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  • 146
    ISBN: 9781789349658 , 1789349656
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Salesforce.com (Firm) ; Sales management ; Data processing ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Click your way to automating business processes with Salesforce Visual Workflow Key Features Create and maintain complex business processes using Process builder Discover how to debug and deploy Flow and Process Builder Use new or existing Flows to work with Salesforce Lightning Experience Book Description Salesforce Management System is an information system used in CRM to automate business processes, such as sales and marketing. Process Builder is a visual tool created to automate business processes in Salesforce. It enables users with no coding expertise to build complex Salesforce workflows. The book starts with an introduction to Process Builder, focussing on the building blocks of creating Processes. Then you will learn about different applications of Process Builder for developing streamlined solutions. You will learn how to easily automate business processes and tackle complex business scenarios using Processes. The book explains the workings of the Process Builder so that you can create reusable processes. It also explains how you can migrate existing Workflow Rules to Process Builder. By the end of the book, you will have a clear understanding of how to use Flows and Process Builder to optimize code usage. What you will learn Develop an application using point and click with the help of Process Builder Bypass Processes for specific users Understand the concepts of reusable processes Handle complex business processes using Process Builder and keep them clean Work with formulae in Process Builder to minimize the code required Create a process with no criteria so as to minimize the amount of rework Overcome Salesforce's known limitation in terms of referencing picklist values Who this book is for This book is for people who want to use Process Builder to automate their business requirements by clicking, not coding. A basic understanding of Salesforce is required, but not extensive programming knowledge.
    Note: Description based on online resource; title from title page (Safari, viewed August 21, 2018)
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  • 147
    ISBN: 9781789803686 , 1789803683
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Edition: Third edition.
    Keywords: Microsoft Visual studio ; Application program interfaces (Computer software) ; Artificial intelligence ; Machine learning ; Application software ; Development ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Build smarter applications with AI capabilities using Microsoft Cognitive Services APIs without much hassle Key Features Explore the Cognitive Services APIs for building machine learning applications Build applications with computer vision, speech recognition, and language processing capabilities Learn to implement human-like cognitive intelligence for your applications Book Description Microsoft Cognitive Services is a set of APIs for adding intelligence to your application and leverage the power of AI to solve any business problem using the cognitive capabilities. This book will be your practical guide to working with cognitive APIs developed by Microsoft and provided with the Azure platform to developers and businesses. You will learn to integrate the APIs with your applications in Visual Studio. The book introduces you to about 24 APIs including Emotion, Language, Vision, Speech, Knowledge, and Search among others. With the easy-to-follow examples you will be able to develop applications for image processing, speech recognition, text procession, and so on to enhance the capability of your applications to perform more human-like tasks. Going ahead, the book will help you work with the datasets that enable your applications to process various data in form of image, videos, and texts. By the end of the book, you will get confident to explore the Cognitive Services APIs for your applications and make them intelligent for deploying in businesses. What you will learn Identify a person through visual and audio inspection Reduce user effort by utilizing AI-like capabilities Understand how to analyze images and texts in different ways Analyze images using Vision APIs Add video analysis to applications using Vision APIs Utilize Search to find anything you want Analyze text to extract information and explore text structure Who this book is for Learning Microsoft Cognitive Services is for developers and machine learning enthusiasts who want to get started with building intelligent applications without much programming knowledge. Some prior knowledge of .NET and Visual Studio will help you undertake the tasks explained in this book.
    Note: Includes index. - Description based on online resource; title from cover (viewed November 6, 2018)
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  • 148
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    Birmingham, UK : Packt Publishing
    ISBN: 9781789610611 , 1789610613
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Rust (Computer program language) ; Computer programming ; C (Computer program language) ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Get familiar with writing programs in the trending new systems programming language that brings together the powerful performance of low-level languages with the advanced features like thread safety in multi-threaded code Key Features Learn the semantics of Rust, which can be significantly different from other programming languages Understand clearly how to work with the Rust compiler which strictly enforces rules that may not be obvious Examples and insights beyond the Rust documentation Book Description Rust is an emerging programming language applicable to areas such as embedded programming, network programming, system programming, and web development. This book will take you from the basics of Rust to a point where your code compiles and does what you intend it to do! This book starts with an introduction to Rust and how to get set for programming, including the rustup and cargo tools for managing a Rust installation and development workflow. Then you'll learn about the fundamentals of structuring a Rust program, such as functions, mutability, data structures, implementing behavior for types, and many more. You will also learn about concepts that Rust handles differently from most other languages. After understanding the Basics of Rust programming, you will learn about the core ideas, such as variable ownership, scope, lifetime, and borrowing. After these key ideas, you will explore making decisions in Rust based on data types by learning about match and if let expressions. After that, you'll work with different data types in Rust, and learn about memory management and smart pointers. What you will learn Install Rust and write your first program with it Understand ownership in Rust Handle different data types Make decisions by pattern matching Use smart pointers Use generic types and type specialization Write code that works with many data types Tap into the standard library Who this book is for This book is for people who are new to Rust, either as their first programming language or coming to it from somewhere else. Familiarity with computer programming in any other language will be helpful in getting the best out of this book.
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  • 149
    ISBN: 9781789533552 , 1789533554
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Active server pages ; Web sites ; Design ; Web site development ; Application software ; Development ; Web applications ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Imagine the boost in business if you can build large, rich web applications with little code and built-in Windows authentication. With this book, you can gain skills to develop real-world applications with ASP.NET Core 2. Key Features Adopts the application-centric approach to explain core concepts Covers industry-best practices to build flexible, robust applications Shows how to enhance your applications by adding more functionalities Book Description The book sets the stage with an introduction to web applications and helps you build an understanding of the tried-and-true MVC architecture. You learn all about views, from what is the Razor view engine to tagging helpers. You gain insight into what models are, how to bind them, and how to migrate database using the correct model. As you get comfortable with the world of ASP.NET, you learn about validation and routing. You also learn the advanced concepts, such as designing Rest Buy (a RESTful shopping cart application), creating entities for it, and creating EF context and migrations. By the time you are done reading the book, you will be able to optimally use ASP.NET to develop, unit test, and deploy applications like a pro. What you will learn Work with basic programming constructs using the Razor view engine Use flexibility and data compartmentalization of ViewModel Build a custom route for ASP.NET MVC applications for SEO Optimize applications with performance analysis and improvement steps Improve application performance, security, and data access to optimize the overall development process Deploy an ASP.NET MVC application in a non-Windows environment Who this book is for If you are looking to build web applications using ASP.NET Core or you want to become a pro in building web applications using the Microsoft technology, this is the ideal book for you. Prior exposure and understanding of C#, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS syntax is assumed.
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  • 150
    ISBN: 9781789531893 , 1789531896
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Edition: Third edition.
    Keywords: Python (Computer program language) ; Database management ; Information visualization ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Gain useful insights from your data using popular data science tools Key Features A one-stop guide to Python libraries such as pandas and NumPy Comprehensive coverage of data science operations such as data cleaning and data manipulation Choose scalable learning algorithms for your data science tasks Book Description Fully expanded and upgraded, the latest edition of Python Data Science Essentials will help you succeed in data science operations using the most common Python libraries. This book offers up-to-date insight into the core of Python, including the latest versions of the Jupyter Notebook, NumPy, pandas, and scikit-learn. The book covers detailed examples and large hybrid datasets to help you grasp essential statistical techniques for data collection, data munging and analysis, visualization, and reporting activities. You will also gain an understanding of advanced data science topics such as machine learning algorithms, distributed computing, tuning predictive models, and natural language processing. Furthermore, You'll also be introduced to deep learning and gradient boosting solutions such as XGBoost, LightGBM, and CatBoost. By the end of the book, you will have gained a complete overview of the principal machine learning algorithms, graph analysis techniques, and all the visualization and deployment instruments that make it easier to present your results to an audience of both data science experts and business users What you will learn Set up your data science toolbox on Windows, Mac, and Linux Use the core machine learning methods offered by the scikit-learn library Manipulate, fix, and explore data to solve data science problems Learn advanced explorative and manipulative techniques to solve data operations Optimize your machine learning models for optimized performance Explore and cluster graphs, taking advantage of interconnections and links in your data Who this book is for If you're a data science entrant, data analyst, or data engineer, this book will help you get ready to tackle real-world data science problems without wasting any time. Basic knowledge of probability/statistics and Python coding experience will assist you in understanding the concepts covered in this book. Downloading the example code for this book You can download the example code files for all Packt books you have purchased from your account at http://www.PacktPub.com. If you purchased this book elsewhere, you can visit http://www.PacktPub.com/support an...
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  • 151
    ISBN: 9781789130768 , 178913076X
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Edition: Second edition.
    Keywords: Machine learning ; Artificial intelligence ; Python (Computer program language) ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Skip the theory and get the most out of Tensorflow to build production-ready machine learning models Key Features Exploit the features of Tensorflow to build and deploy machine learning models Train neural networks to tackle real-world problems in Computer Vision and NLP Handy techniques to write production-ready code for your Tensorflow models Book Description TensorFlow is an open source software library for Machine Intelligence. The independent recipes in this book will teach you how to use TensorFlow for complex data computations and allow you to dig deeper and gain more insights into your data than ever before. With the help of this book, you will work with recipes for training models, model evaluation, sentiment analysis, regression analysis, clustering analysis, artificial neural networks, and more. You will explore RNNs, CNNs, GANs, reinforcement learning, and capsule networks, each using Google's machine learning library, TensorFlow. Through real-world examples, you will get hands-on experience with linear regression techniques with TensorFlow. Once you are familiar and comfortable with the TensorFlow ecosystem, you will be shown how to take it to production. By the end of the book, you will be proficient in the field of machine intelligence using TensorFlow. You will also have good insight into deep learning and be capable of implementing machine learning algorithms in real-world scenarios. What you will learn Become familiar with the basic features of the TensorFlow library Get to know Linear Regression techniques with TensorFlow Learn SVMs with hands-on recipes Implement neural networks to improve predictive modeling Apply NLP and sentiment analysis to your data Master CNN and RNN through practical recipes Implement the gradient boosted random forest to predict housing prices Take TensorFlow into production Who this book is for If you are a data scientist or a machine learning engineer with some knowledge of linear algebra, statistics, and machine learning, this book is for you. If you want to skip the theory and build production-ready machine learning models using Tensorflow without reading pages and pages of material, this book is for you. Some background in Python programming is assumed. Downloading the example code for this book You can download the example code files for all Packt books you have purchased from your account at http://www.PacktPub.com. If you purchased this book elsewhere, you can visit http://www.PacktPub.com/s...
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  • 152
    ISBN: 9781789135107 , 1789135109
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Linux ; Windows Azure ; Cloud computing ; Database management ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Learn to efficiently run Linux-based workloads in Azure Key Features Manage and deploy virtual machines in your Azure environment Explore various open source tools to integrate automation and orchestration Leverage Linux features to create, run, and manage containers Book Description Azure's market share has increased massively and enterprises are adopting it rapidly. Linux is a widely-used operating system and has proven to be one of the most popular workloads on Azure. It has become crucial for Linux administrators and Microsoft professionals to be well versed with the concepts of managing Linux workloads in an Azure environment. Hands-On Linux Administration on Azure starts by introducing you to the fundamentals of Linux and Azure, after which you will explore advanced Linux features and see how they are managed in an Azure environment. Next, with the help of real-world scenarios, you will learn how to deploy virtual machines(VMs) in Azure, along with extending Azure VMs capabilities and managing them efficiently. You will then understand continuous configuration automation and use Ansible, SaltStack and Powershell DSC for orchestration. As you make your way through the chapters, you will understand containers and how they work, along with managing containers and the various tasks you can perform with them. In the concluding chapters, you will cover some Linux troubleshooting techniques on Azure, and you will also be able to monitor Linux in Azure using different open source tools. By the end of this book, you will be able to administer Linux on Azure and make the most of the important tools required for deployment. What you will learn Understand why Azure is the ideal solution for your open source workloads Master essential Linux skills and learn to find your way around the Linux environment Deploy Linux in an Azure environment Use configuration management to manage Linux in Azure Manage containers in an Azure environment Enhance Linux security and use Azure's identity management systems Automate deployment with Azure Resource Manager (ARM) and Powershell Employ Ansible to manage Linux instances in an Azure cloud environment Who this book is for Hands-On Linux Administration on Azure is for Linux administrators and Microsoft professionals that need to deploy and manage their workloads in Azure. Prior knowledge of Linux and Azure isn't necessary.
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  • 153
    ISBN: 9781788994101 , 1788994108
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Natural language processing (Computer science) ; Python (Computer program language) ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Build and deploy intelligent applications for natural language processing with Python by using industry standard tools and recently popular methods in deep learning Key Features A no-math, code-driven programmer's guide to text processing and NLP Get state of the art results with modern tooling across linguistics, text vectors and machine learning Fundamentals of NLP methods from spaCy, gensim, scikit-learn and PyTorch Book Description NLP in Python is among the most sought after skills among data scientists. With code and relevant case studies, this book will show how you can use industry-grade tools to implement NLP programs capable of learning from relevant data. We will explore many modern methods ranging from spaCy to word vectors that have reinvented NLP. The book takes you from the basics of NLP to building text processing applications. We start with an introduction to the basic vocabulary along with a work?ow for building NLP applications. We use industry-grade NLP tools for cleaning and pre-processing text, automatic question and answer generation using linguistics, text embedding, text classifier, and building a chatbot. With each project, you will learn a new concept of NLP. You will learn about entity recognition, part of speech tagging and dependency parsing for Q and A. We use text embedding for both clustering documents and making chatbots, and then build classifiers using scikit-learn. We conclude by deploying these models as REST APIs with Flask. By the end, you will be confident building NLP applications, and know exactly what to look for when approaching new challenges. What you will learn Understand classical linguistics in using English grammar for automatically generating questions and answers from a free text corpus Work with text embedding models for dense number representations of words, subwords and characters in the English language for exploring document clustering Deep Learning in NLP using PyTorch with a code-driven introduction to PyTorch Using an NLP project management Framework for estimating timelines and organizing your project into stages Hack and build a simple chatbot application in 30 minutes Deploy an NLP or machine learning application using Flask as RESTFUL APIs Who this book is for Programmers who wish to build systems that can interpret language. Exposure to Python programming is required. Familiarity with NLP or machine learning vocabulary will be helpful, but not mandatory.
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  • 154
    ISBN: 9781788991933 , 1788991931
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Edition: Second edition.
    Keywords: Python (Computer program language) ; Data structures (Computer science) ; Computer algorithms ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Learn to implement complex data structures and algorithms using Python Key Features Understand the analysis and design of fundamental Python data structures Explore advanced Python concepts such as Big O notation and dynamic programming Learn functional and reactive implementations of traditional data structures Book Description Data structures allow you to store and organize data efficiently. They are critical to any problem, provide a complete solution, and act like reusable code. Hands-On Data Structures and Algorithms with Python teaches you the essential Python data structures and the most common algorithms for building easy and maintainable applications. This book helps you to understand the power of linked lists, double linked lists, and circular linked lists. You will learn to create complex data structures, such as graphs, stacks, and queues. As you make your way through the chapters, you will explore the application of binary searches and binary search trees, along with learning common techniques and structures used in tasks such as preprocessing, modeling, and transforming data. In the concluding chapters, you will get to grips with organizing your code in a manageable, consistent, and extendable way. You will also study how to bubble sort, selection sort, insertion sort, and merge sort algorithms in detail. By the end of the book, you will have learned how to build components that are easy to understand, debug, and use in different applications. You will get insights into Python implementation of all the important and relevant algorithms. What you will learn Understand object representation, attribute binding, and data encapsulation Gain a solid understanding of Python data structures using algorithms Study algorithms using examples with pictorial representation Learn complex algorithms through easy explanation, implementing Python Build sophisticated and efficient data applications in Python Understand common programming algorithms used in Python data science Write efficient and robust code in Python 3.7 Who this book is for This book is for developers who want to learn data structures and algorithms in Python to write complex and flexible programs. Basic Python programming knowledge is expected.
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  • 155
    ISBN: 9781788993890 , 1788993896
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Edition: Second edition.
    Keywords: Qt (Electronic resource) ; Application software ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: An In-depth guide updated with the latest version of Qt 5.11 including new features such as Quick Controls and Qt Gamepad Key Features Unleash the power of Qt 5.11 with C++ Build applications using Qt Widgets (C++) or Qt Quick (QML) Create cross-platform applications for mobile and desktop platforms with Qt 5 Book Description Qt 5.11 is an app development framework that provides a great user experience and develops full capability applications with Qt Widgets, QML, and even Qt 3D. Whether you're building GUI prototypes or fully-fledged cross-platform GUI applications with a native look and feel, Mastering Qt 5 is your fastest, easiest, and most powerful solution. This book addresses various challenges and teaches you to successfully develop cross-platform applications using the Qt framework, with the help of well-organized projects. Working through this book, you will gain a better understanding of the Qt framework, as well as the tools required to resolve serious issues, such as linking, debugging, and multithreading. You'll start off your journey by discovering the new Qt 5.11 features, soon followed by exploring different platforms and learning to tame them. In addition to this, you'll interact with a gamepad using Qt Gamepad. Each chapter is a logical step for you to complete in order to master Qt. By the end of this book, you'll have created an application that has been tested and is ready to be shipped. What you will learn Create stunning UIs with Qt Widgets and Qt Quick 2 Develop powerful, cross-platform applications with the Qt framework Design GUIs with the Qt Designer and build a library in it for UI previews Handle user interaction with the Qt signal or slot mechanism in C++ Prepare a cross-platform project to host a third-party library Use the Qt Animation framework to display stunning effects Deploy mobile apps with Qt and embedded platforms Interact with a gamepad using Qt Gamepad Who this book is for Mastering Qt 5 is for developers and programmers who want to build GUI-based applications. C++ knowledge is necessary, and knowing QT basics will help you get the most out of this book. Downloading the example code for this book You can download the example code files for all Packt books you have purchased from your account at http://www.PacktPub.com. If you purchased this book elsewhere, you can visit http://www.PacktPub.com/support and register to have the files e-mailed directly to you.
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  • 156
    ISBN: 9781789136517 , 1789136512
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Edition: Second edition.
    Keywords: Apache Hadoop ; Big data ; Database management ; Databases ; Development ; Databases ; Design ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: This book takes you on a fantastic journey to discover the attributes of big data using Apache Hive. About This Book Grasp the skills needed to write efficient Hive queries to analyze the Big Data Discover how Hive can coexist and work with other tools within the Hadoop ecosystem Uses practical, example-oriented scenarios to cover all the newly released features of Apache Hive 2.3.3 Who This Book Is For If you are a data analyst, developer, or simply someone who wants to quickly get started with Hive to explore and analyze Big Data in Hadoop, this is the book for you. Since Hive is an SQL-like language, some previous experience with SQL will be useful to get the most out of this book. What You Will Learn Create and set up the Hive environment Discover how to use Hive's definition language to describe data Discover interesting data by joining and filtering datasets in Hive Transform data by using Hive sorting, ordering, and functions Aggregate and sample data in different ways Boost Hive query performance and enhance data security in Hive Customize Hive to your needs by using user-defined functions and integrate it with other tools In Detail In this book, we prepare you for your journey into big data by frstly introducing you to backgrounds in the big data domain, alongwith the process of setting up and getting familiar with your Hive working environment. Next, the book guides you through discovering and transforming the values of big data with the help of examples. It also hones your skills in using the Hive language in an effcient manner. Toward the end, the book focuses on advanced topics, such as performance, security, and extensions in Hive, which will guide you on exciting adventures on this worthwhile big data journey. By the end of the book, you will be familiar with Hive and able to work effeciently to find solutions to big data problems Style and approach This book takes on a practical approach which will get you familiarized with Apache Hive and how to use it to efficiently to find solutions to your big data problems. This book covers crucial topics like performance, and data security in order to help you make the most of the Hive working environment. Downloading the example code for this book You can download the example code files for all Packt books you have purchased from your account at http://www.PacktPub.com. If you purchased this book elsewhere, you can visit http://www.PacktPub.com/support and register to have the files e-ma...
    Note: Previous edition published: 2015. - Description based on online resource; title from title page (Safari, viewed July 31, 2018)
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  • 157
    ISBN: 9781788998468 , 1788998464
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: iOS (Electronic resource) ; Android (Electronic resource) ; Application software ; Development ; Mobile apps ; Machine learning ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Bring magic to your mobile apps using TensorFlow Lite and Core ML Key Features Explore machine learning using classification, analytics, and detection tasks. Work with image, text and video datasets to delve into real-world tasks Build apps for Android and iOS using Caffe, Core ML and Tensorflow Lite Book Description Machine learning is a technique that focuses on developing computer programs that can be modified when exposed to new data. We can make use of it for our mobile applications and this book will show you how to do so. The book starts with the basics of machine learning concepts for mobile applications and how to get well equipped for further tasks. You will start by developing an app to classify age and gender using Core ML and Tensorflow Lite. You will explore neural style transfer and get familiar with how deep CNNs work. We will also take a closer look at Google's ML Kit for the Firebase SDK for mobile applications. You will learn how to detect handwritten text on mobile. You will also learn how to create your own Snapchat filter by making use of facial attributes and OpenCV. You will learn how to train your own food classification model on your mobile; all of this will be done with the help of deep learning techniques. Lastly, you will build an image classifier on your mobile, compare its performance, and analyze the results on both mobile and cloud using TensorFlow Lite with an RCNN. By the end of this book, you will not only have mastered the concepts of machine learning but also learned how to resolve problems faced while building powerful apps on mobiles using TensorFlow Lite, Caffe2, and Core ML. What you will learn Demystify the machine learning landscape on mobile Age and gender detection using TensorFlow Lite and Core ML Use ML Kit for Firebase for in-text detection, face detection, and barcode scanning Create a digit classifier using adversarial learning Build a cross-platform application with face filters using OpenCV Classify food using deep CNNs and TensorFlow Lite on iOS Who this book is for Machine Learning Projects for Mobile Applications is for you if you are a data scientist, machine learning expert, deep learning, or AI enthusiast who fancies mastering machine learning and deep learning implementation with practical examples using TensorFlow Lite and CoreML. Basic knowledge of Python programming language would be an added advantage.
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  • 158
    ISBN: 9781789134544 , 1789134544
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Python (Computer program language) ; Application software ; Development ; Decision making ; Data processing ; Data mining ; Big data ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Step-by-step guide to build high performing predictive applications Key Features Use the Python data analytics ecosystem to implement end-to-end predictive analytics projects Explore advanced predictive modeling algorithms with an emphasis on theory with intuitive explanations Learn to deploy a predictive model's results as an interactive application Book Description Predictive analytics is an applied field that employs a variety of quantitative methods using data to make predictions. It involves much more than just throwing data onto a computer to build a model. This book provides practical coverage to help you understand the most important concepts of predictive analytics. Using practical, step-by-step examples, we build predictive analytics solutions while using cutting-edge Python tools and packages. The book's step-by-step approach starts by defining the problem and moves on to identifying relevant data. We will also be performing data preparation, exploring and visualizing relationships, building models, tuning, evaluating, and deploying model. Each stage has relevant practical examples and efficient Python code. You will work with models such as KNN, Random Forests, and neural networks using the most important libraries in Python's data science stack: NumPy, Pandas, Matplotlib, Seaborn, Keras, Dash, and so on. In addition to hands-on code examples, you will find intuitive explanations of the inner workings of the main techniques and algorithms used in predictive analytics. By the end of this book, you will be all set to build high-performance predictive analytics solutions using Python programming. What you will learn Get to grips with the main concepts and principles of predictive analytics Learn about the stages involved in producing complete predictive analytics solutions Understand how to define a problem, propose a solution, and prepare a dataset Use visualizations to explore relationships and gain insights into the dataset Learn to build regression and classification models using scikit-learn Use Keras to build powerful neural network models that produce accurate predictions Learn to serve a model's predictions as a web application Who this book is for This book is for data analysts, data scientists, data engineers, and Python developers who want to learn about predictive modeling and would like to implement predictive analytics solutions using Python's data stack. People from other backgrounds who would like to enter this excitin...
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  • 159
    ISBN: 9781789130102 , 1789130107
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Microsoft Windows server ; Client/server computing ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: This book contains more than 65 recipes that will equip you with what you need to know to work with Windows 2016 Server. This book will help you learn how to administrate your Windows Server for optimal performance. About This Book A focussed guide to help you with the core functionalities of Windows Server 2016 Explore tasks that will help you build a datacenter from scratch using Windows Server 2016 Step-by-step instructions for common Windows Server administration duties Who This Book Is For This book is for system administrators or IT professionals who want the skills to manage and maintain the core infrastructure of a Windows Server 2016 environment. Prior experience in Windows Server 2012 R2 environments will be helpful. What You Will Learn Become skilled in the navigation of Windows Server 2016, and explore the technologies and options that it provides Build the infrastructure required for a successful Windows Server network Move away from those open-source web server platforms and start migrating your websites to Server 2016's Internet Information Services today Provide a centralized point for users to access applications and data by confguring Remote Desktop Services Compose optimal Group Policies In Detail Windows Server 2016 is an operating system designed to run on servers. It supports enterprise-level data storage, communications, management, and applications. This book contains specially selected, detailed help on core, essential administrative tasks of Windows Server 2016. This book starts by helping you to navigate the interface of Windows Server 2016, and quickly shifts gears to implementing roles that are necessarily in any Microsoft-centric datacenter. This book will also help you leverage the web services platform built into Windows Server 2016, available to anyone who runs this latest and greatest Server operating system. Further, you will also learn to compose optimal Group Policies and monitor system performance and IP address management. This book will be a handy quick-reference guide for any Windows Server administrator, providing easy to read, step-by-step instructions for many common administrative tasks that will be part of any Server Administrator's job description as they administer their Windows Server 2016 powered servers. The material in the book has been selected from the content of Packt's Windows Server 2016 Cookbook by Jordan Krause to provide a specific focus on key Windows Server administration tasks. Sty...
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  • 160
    ISBN: 9781789139778 , 1789139775
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Windows Azure ; Database management ; Client/server computing ; Cloud computing ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Explore Azure services such as networking, virtual machines, web apps, databases, cloud migration, and security Key Features Understand Azure services to build, deploy, and manage workloads on cloud Learn in-depth core Azure services and work through real-world scenarios and case studies A concise and practical guide for learning cloud administration on Azure Book Description Azure continues to dominate the public cloud market and grow rapidly thanks to a number of recent innovations. Azure's wide range of services and support has led to a large number of customers switching to Azure cloud. Hands-On Cloud Administration in Azure starts with the basics of Azure cloud fundamentals and key concepts of the cloud computing ecosystem and services. Then, you will gradually get acquainted with core services provided by Azure, including Azure VNet, types and assignments of IP addresses, and network security groups. You will also work on creating and administering Azure Virtual Machines, types of virtual machines (VMs), and design VM solutions based on computing workloads. As you make your way through the chapters, you will explore Azure App Service, discover how to host your web apps in Azure, and monitor and troubleshoot them. In the concluding chapters, you will learn more complex and abstract services, such as Azure Storage, Azure Backup, and Azure Site Recovery. You will also get to grips with Azure SQL Databases and the SQL on Azure VM concept. By the end of this book, you will have obtained practical experience of working with Azure services and Azure administration, along with maintaining, monitoring, and securing your Azure resources. What you will learn Understand the concepts of IaaS and PaaS Learn design patterns for Azure solutions Design data solutions in Azure Explore concepts of hybrid clouds with Azure Implement Azure Security in cloud Create and manage Azure resources with script-based tools Who this book is for Hands-On Cloud Administration in Azure is for system administrators, cloud admins, cloud engineers, and DevOps engineers who are interested in understanding administration-related services in Azure. Prior experience of working with Azure is an added advantage.
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  • 161
    ISBN: 9781788832083 , 1788832086
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: JavaScript (Computer program language) ; Application software ; Development ; Web site development ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: React 16 Tooling covers the most important tools, utilities, and libraries that every React developer needs to know - in detail. About This Book Each chapter presents meta-development solutions to help React developers The tools used are presented in a practical, solution-oriented approach with no fluff The chapters are arranged in a logical order that mirrors a typical React development workflow, but you are free to tweak the approaches discussed to fit your own unique style Who This Book Is For This book is for React developers of any skill level who want to make their lives easier. It helps to have some familiarity with React, but if you are an experienced web developer looking at React, then this book will show you how to build a resilient toolset around you before you begin. What You Will Learn Bootstrap a React application using create-react-app Isolate React component development using Storybook Write effective unit tests for your React components using Jest Ensure that your component code is to standard using ESLint Use browser extensions and built-in component instrumentation to debug React applications Enable type safety in React components with Flowtype Deploy React applications inside a Docker container as part of a larger application stack In Detail React 16 Tooling covers the most important tools, utilities, and libraries that every React developer needs to know - in detail. As React has grown, the amazing toolset around it has also grown, adding features and enhancing the development workflow. Each of these essential tools is presented in a practical manner and in a logical order mirroring the development workflow. These tools will make your development life simpler and happier, enabling you to create better and more performant apps. Adam starts with a hand-picked selection of the best tools for the React 16 ecosystem. For starters, there's the create-react-app utility that's officially supported by the React team. Not only does this tool bootstrap your React project for you, it also provides a consistent and stable framework to build upon. The premise is that when you don't have to think about meta development work, more focus goes into the product itself. Other React tools follow this same approach to automating and improving your development life. Jest makes unit testing quicker. Flow makes catching errors easier. Docker containers make deployment in a stack simpler. Storybook makes developing components straightforward. ESLi...
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  • 162
    ISBN: 9781788839303 , 1788839307
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Reinforcement learning ; Machine learning ; Natural language processing (Computer science) ; Artificial intelligence ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: This practical guide will teach you how deep learning (DL) can be used to solve complex real-world problems. About This Book Explore deep reinforcement learning (RL), from the first principles to the latest algorithms Evaluate high-profile RL methods, including value iteration, deep Q-networks, policy gradients, TRPO, PPO, DDPG, D4PG, evolution strategies and genetic algorithms Keep up with the very latest industry developments, including AI-driven chatbots Who This Book Is For Some fluency in Python is assumed. Basic deep learning (DL) approaches should be familiar to readers and some practical experience in DL will be helpful. This book is an introduction to deep reinforcement learning (RL) and requires no background in RL. What You Will Learn Understand the DL context of RL and implement complex DL models Learn the foundation of RL: Markov decision processes Evaluate RL methods including Cross-entropy, DQN, Actor-Critic, TRPO, PPO, DDPG, D4PG and others Discover how to deal with discrete and continuous action spaces in various environments Defeat Atari arcade games using the value iteration method Create your own OpenAI Gym environment to train a stock trading agent Teach your agent to play Connect4 using AlphaGo Zero Explore the very latest deep RL research on topics including AI-driven chatbots In Detail Recent developments in reinforcement learning (RL), combined with deep learning (DL), have seen unprecedented progress made towards training agents to solve complex problems in a human-like way. Google's use of algorithms to play and defeat the well-known Atari arcade games has propelled the field to prominence, and researchers are generating new ideas at a rapid pace. Deep Reinforcement Learning Hands-On is a comprehensive guide to the very latest DL tools and their limitations. You will evaluate methods including Cross-entropy and policy gradients, before applying them to real-world environments. Take on both the Atari set of virtual games and family favorites such as Connect4. The book provides an introduction to the basics of RL, giving you the know-how to code intelligent learning agents to take on a formidable array of practical tasks. Discover how to implement Q-learning on 'grid world' environments, teach your agent to buy and trade stocks, and find out how natural language models are driving the boom in chatbots. Style and approach Deep Reinforcement Learning Hands-On explains the art of building self-learning agents using algori...
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  • 163
    ISBN: 9781788834681 , 1788834682
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: C# (Computer program language) ; Application software ; Development ; Data structures (Computer science) ; Computer algorithms ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: A complete guide on using data structures and algorithms to write sophisticated C# code About This Book Master array, set and map with trees and graphs, among other fundamental data structures Delve into effective design and implementation techniques to meet your software requirements Explore illustrations to present data structures and algorithms, as well as their analysis in a clear, visual manner. Who This Book Is For This book is for developers who would like to learn the Data Structures and Algorithms in C#. Basic C# programming knowledge would be an added advantage. What You Will Learn How to use arrays and lists to get better results in complex scenarios Implement algorithms like the Tower of Hanoi on stacks of C# objects Build enhanced applications by using hashtables, dictionaries and sets Make a positive impact on efficiency of applications with tree traversal Effectively find the shortest path in the graph In Detail Data structures allow organizing data efficiently. They are critical to various problems and their suitable implementation can provide a complete solution that acts like reusable code. In this book, you will learn how to use various data structures while developing in the C# language as well as how to implement some of the most common algorithms used with such data structures. At the beginning, you will get to know arrays, lists, dictionaries, and sets together with real-world examples of your application. Then, you will learn how to create and use stacks and queues. In the following part of the book, the more complex data structures will be introduced, namely trees and graphs, together with some algorithms for searching the shortest path in a graph. We will also discuss how to organize the code in a manageable, consistent, and extendable way. By the end of the book,you will learn how to build components that are easy to understand, debug, and use in different applications. Style and approach Readers will be taken through all the indispensable data structures and algorithms so they can begin their coding journey in C#. At each step, the book will show how to implement these via examples while also discussing the attributes of each algorithm so readers are capable to make an informed choice. Downloading the example code for this book You can download the example code files for all Packt books you have purchased from your account at http://www.PacktPub.com. If you purchased this book elsewhere, you can visit http://www.Pac...
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  • 164
    ISBN: 9781788830287 , 1788830288
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Embedded computer systems ; Programming ; Business ; Data processing ; Management ; Management information systems ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: A comprehensive guide to reaping the benefits of architectural modeling in embedded design About This Book Identify and overcome challenges in embedded environments Understand the steps required to increase the security of IoT solutions Build safety-critical and memory-safe parallel and distributed embedded systems Who This Book Is For If you're a software developer or designer wanting to learn about embedded programming, this is the book for you. You'll also find this book useful if you're a less experienced embedded programmer willing to expand your knowledge. What You Will Learn Participate in the design and definition phase of an embedded product Learn about architectural design patterns and engineering tradeoffs Build an embedded development lab and optimize the workflow Write memory-safe code Understand the architecture behind the most communication interfaces Understand the design and development patterns for connected and distributed devices in the IoT Master multitask parallel execution patterns and real-time operating systems In Detail Embedded systems are self-contained units that have a dedicated purpose within a device. We come across a variety of applications of embedded systems in navigation tools, telecom applications, and networking equipment, to name just a few. Embedded Systems Architecture begins with a bird's eye view of embedded development and how it differs from the other systems that you may be familiar with. You'll first be guided to setting up a development environment and then move on to the core system architectural concepts, exploring pragmatic designs, boot-up mechanisms, and memory management. Next, you'll look at the programming interface and device drivers to establish communication via TCP/IP and take measures to increase the security of IoT solutions. Lastly, you'll be introduced to parallel multithreaded applications through the development of a scheduler. By the end of the book, you will have explored various aspects of embedded architecture such as memory management, focusing on a memory-safe approach, multithreading, and the RTOS approach. Style and approach Software developers and designers with experience in different fields, and who want to learn about embedded programming, will benefit from this book. Junior and less experienced embedded programmers willing to expand their knowledge in the field will also find it useful. Downloading the example code for this book You can download the example code fil...
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  • 165
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    Birmingham, UK : Packt Publishing
    ISBN: 9781788832977 , 1788832973
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Product management ; New products ; Management ; Agile software development ; Production planning ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: A guide to product management exploring the best practices: identifying the impact-driven product, planning for success, setting up and measuring time-bound metrics, and developing a lean product roadmap. About This Book Identifying Impact-Driven Products Investing in Key Business Outcomes Value mapping to maintain a lean product backlog Utilizing time-bound product metrics Eliminating process waste Who This Book Is For If you are leading a team that is building a new product, then this book is for you. The book is targeted at product managers, functional leads in enterprises, business sponsors venturing into new product offerings, product development teams, and start-up founders. What You Will Learn How do you execute ideas that matter? How can you define the right success metrics? How can you plan for product success? How do you capture qualitative and quantitative insights about the product? How do you know whether your product aligns to desired business goals? What processes are slowing you down? In Detail Lean Product Management is about finding the smartest way to build an Impact Driven Product that can deliver value to customers and meet business outcomes when operating under internal and external constraints. Author, Mangalam Nandakumar, is a product management expert, with over 17 years of experience in the field. Businesses today are competing to innovate. Cost is no longer the constraint, execution is. It is essential for any business to harness whatever competitive advantage they can, and it is absolutely vital to deliver the best customer experience possible. The opportunities for creating impact are there, but product managers have to improvise on their strategy every day in order to capitalize on them. This is the Agile battleground, where you need to stay Lean and be able to respond to abstract feedback from an ever shifting market. This is where Lean Product Management will help you thrive. Lean Product Management is an essential guide for product managers, and to anyone embarking on a new product development. Mangalam Nandakumar will help you to align your product strategy with business outcomes and customer impact. She introduces the concept of investing in Key Business Outcomes as part of the product strategy in order to provide an objective metric about which product idea and strategy to pursue. You will learn how to create impactful end-to-end product experiences by engaging stakeholders and reacting to external feedback....
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  • 166
    ISBN: 9781788830461 , 1788830466
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Graphical user interfaces (Computer systems) ; Programming ; Python (Computer program language) ; Application software ; Development ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Over 60 recipes to help you design interactive, smart, and cross-platform GUI applications Key Features Get succinct QT solutions to pressing GUI programming problems in Python Learn how to effectively implement reactive programming Build customized applications that are robust and reliable Book Description PyQt is one of the best cross-platform interface toolkits currently available; it's stable, mature, and completely native. If you want control over all aspects of UI elements, PyQt is what you need. This book will guide you through every concept necessary to create fully functional GUI applications using PyQt, with only a few lines of code. As you expand your GUI using more widgets, you will cover networks, databases, and graphical libraries that greatly enhance its functionality. Next, the book guides you in using Qt Designer to design user interfaces and implementing and testing dialogs, events, the clipboard, and drag and drop functionality to customize your GUI. You will learn a variety of topics, such as look and feel customization, GUI animation, graphics rendering, implementing Google Maps, and more. Lastly, the book takes you through how Qt5 can help you to create cross-platform apps that are compatible with Android and iOS. You will be able to develop functional and appealing software using PyQt through interesting and fun recipes that will expand your knowledge of GUIs What you will learn Use basic Qt components, such as a radio button, combo box, and sliders Use QSpinBox and sliders to handle different signals generated on mouse clicks Work with different Qt layouts to meet user interface requirements Create custom widgets and set up customizations in your GUI Perform asynchronous I/O operations and thread handling in the Python GUI Employ network concepts, internet browsing, and Google Maps in UI Use graphics rendering and implement animation in your GUI Make your GUI application compatible with Android and iOS devices Who this book is for If you're an intermediate Python programmer wishing to enhance your coding skills by writing powerful GUIs in Python using PyQT, this is the book for you. Downloading the example code for this book You can download the example code files for all Packt books you have purchased from your account at http://www.PacktPub.com. If you purchased this book elsewhere, you can visit http://www.PacktPub.com/support and register to have the files e-mailed directly to you.
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  • 167
    ISBN: 9781788833639 , 1788833635
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Augmented reality ; Application software ; Development ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Create next-generation Augmented Reality and Mixed Reality apps with the latest version of Google ARCore About This Book Harness the power of the Google's new augmented reality (AR) platform ARCore to build cutting-edge Augmented reality apps Learn core concepts of Environmental Understanding, Immersive Computing, and Motion Tracking with ARCore Extend your application by combining ARCore with OpenGL, Machine Learning and more. Who This Book Is For This book is for web and mobile developers who have broad programming knowledge on Java or JavaScript or C# and want to develop Augmented Reality applications with Google ArCore. To follow this book no prior experience with AR development, 3D, or 3D math experience is needed. What You Will Learn Build and deploy your Augmented Reality app to the Android, Web, and Unity platforms Implement ARCore to identify and visualize objects as point clouds, planes, surfaces, and/or meshes Explore advanced concepts of environmental understanding using Google ARCore and OpenGL ES with Java Create light levels from ARCore and create a C# script to watch and propagate lighting changes in a scene Develop graphics shaders that react to changes in lighting and map the environment to place objects in Unity/C# Integrate motion tracking with the Web ARCore API and Google Street View to create a combined AR/VR experience In Detail Are you a mobile developer or web developer who wants to create immersive and cool Augmented Reality apps with the latest Google ARCore platform? If so, this book will help you jump right into developing with ARCore and will help you create a step by step AR app easily. This book will teach you how to implement the core features of ARCore starting from the fundamentals of 3D rendering to more advanced concepts such as lighting, shaders, Machine Learning, and others. We'll begin with the basics of building a project on three platforms: web, Android, and Unity. Next, we'll go through the ARCore concepts of motion tracking, environmental understanding, and light estimation. For each core concept, you'll work on a practical project to use and extend the ARCore feature, from learning the basics of 3D rendering and lighting to exploring more advanced concepts. You'll write custom shaders to light virtual objects in AR, then build a neural network to recognize the environment and explore even grander applications by using ARCore in mixed reality. At the end of the book, you'll see how to implement moti...
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  • 168
    ISBN: 9781788624534 , 178862453X
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Artificial intelligence ; Machine learning ; Python (Computer program language) ; Neural networks (Computer science) ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: A comprehensive guide to advanced deep learning techniques, including Autoencoders, GANs, VAEs, and Deep Reinforcement Learning, that drive today's most impressive AI results Key Features Explore the most advanced deep learning techniques that drive modern AI results Implement Deep Neural Networks, Autoencoders, GANs, VAEs, and Deep Reinforcement Learning A wide study of GANs, including Improved GANs, Cross-Domain GANs and Disentangled Representation GANs Book Description Recent developments in deep learning, including GANs, Variational Autoencoders, and Deep Reinforcement Learning, are creating impressive AI results in our news headlines - such as AlphaGo Zero beating world chess champions, and generative AI that can create art paintings that sell for over $400k because they are so human-like. Advanced Deep Learning with Keras is a comprehensive guide to the advanced deep learning techniques available today, so you can create your own cutting-edge AI. Using Keras as an open-source deep learning library, you'll find hands-on projects throughout that show you how to create more effective AI with the latest techniques. The journey begins with an overview of MLPs, CNNs, and RNNs, which are the building blocks for the more advanced techniques in the book. You'll learn how to implement deep learning models with Keras and Tensorflow, and move forwards to advanced techniques, as you explore deep neural network architectures, including ResNet and DenseNet, and how to create Autoencoders. You then learn all about Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), and how they can open new levels of AI performance. Variational AutoEncoders (VAEs) are implemented, and you'll see how GANs and VAEs have the generative power to synthesize data that can be extremely convincing to humans - a major stride forward for modern AI. To complete this set of advanced techniques, you'll learn how to implement Deep Reinforcement Learning (DRL) such as Deep Q-Learning and Policy Gradient Methods, which are critical to many modern results in AI. What you will learn Cutting-edge techniques in human-like AI performance Implement advanced deep learning models using Keras The building blocks for advanced techniques - MLPs, CNNs, and RNNs Deep neural networks ? ResNet and DenseNet Autoencoders and Variational AutoEncoders (VAEs) Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs) and creative AI techniques Disentangled Representation GANs, and Cross-Domain GANs Deep Reinforcement Learning (DRL) meth...
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  • 169
    ISBN: 9781788624954 , 1788624955
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Apache Hadoop ; Spark (Electronic resource : Apache Software Foundation) ; Big data ; Information visualization ; Application program interfaces (Computer software) ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Explore big data concepts, platforms, analytics, and their applications using the power of Hadoop 3 About This Book Learn Hadoop 3 to build effective big data analytics solutions on-premise and on cloud Integrate Hadoop with other big data tools such as R, Python, Apache Spark, and Apache Flink Exploit big data using Hadoop 3 with real-world examples Who This Book Is For Big Data Analytics with Hadoop 3 is for you if you are looking to build high-performance analytics solutions for your enterprise or business using Hadoop 3's powerful features, or you're new to big data analytics. A basic understanding of the Java programming language is required. What You Will Learn Explore the new features of Hadoop 3 along with HDFS, YARN, and MapReduce Get well-versed with the analytical capabilities of Hadoop ecosystem using practical examples Integrate Hadoop with R and Python for more efficient big data processing Learn to use Hadoop with Apache Spark and Apache Flink for real-time data analytics Set up a Hadoop cluster on AWS cloud Perform big data analytics on AWS using Elastic Map Reduce In Detail Apache Hadoop is the most popular platform for big data processing, and can be combined with a host of other big data tools to build powerful analytics solutions. Big Data Analytics with Hadoop 3 shows you how to do just that, by providing insights into the software as well as its benefits with the help of practical examples. Once you have taken a tour of Hadoop 3's latest features, you will get an overview of HDFS, MapReduce, and YARN, and how they enable faster, more efficient big data processing. You will then move on to learning how to integrate Hadoop with the open source tools, such as Python and R, to analyze and visualize data and perform statistical computing on big data. As you get acquainted with all this, you will explore how to use Hadoop 3 with Apache Spark and Apache Flink for real-time data analytics and stream processing. In addition to this, you will understand how to use Hadoop to build analytics solutions on the cloud and an end-to-end pipeline to perform big data analysis using practical use cases. By the end of this book, you will be well-versed with the analytical capabilities of the Hadoop ecosystem. You will be able to build powerful solutions to perform big data analytics and get insight effortlessly. Style and approach Filled with practical examples and use cases, this book will not only help you get up and running with Hadoop, bu...
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  • 170
    ISBN: 9781788621854 , 1788621859
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Edition: Second edition.
    Keywords: Python (Computer program language) ; Application software ; Development ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Create succinct and expressive implementations with functional programming in Python About This Book Learn how to choose between imperative and functional approaches based on expressiveness, clarity, and performance Get familiar with complex concepts such as monads, concurrency, and immutability Apply functional Python to common Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA) programming problems Who This Book Is For This book is for Python developers who would like to perform Functional programming with Python. Python Programming knowledge is assumed. What You Will Learn Use Python's generator functions and generator expressions to work with collections in a non-strict (or lazy) manner Utilize Python library modules including itertools, functools, multiprocessing, and concurrent features to ensure efficient functional programs Use Python strings with object-oriented suffix notation and prefix notation Avoid stateful classes with families of tuples Design and implement decorators to create composite functions Use functions such as max(), min(), map(), filter(), and sorted() Write higher-order functions In Detail If you're a Python developer who wants to discover how to take the power of functional programming (FP) and bring it into your own programs, then this book is essential for you, even if you know next to nothing about the paradigm. Starting with a general overview of functional concepts, you'll explore common functional features such as first-class and higher-order functions, pure functions, and more. You'll see how these are accomplished in Python 3.6 to give you the core foundations you'll build upon. After that, you'll discover common functional optimizations for Python to help your apps reach even higher speeds. You'll learn FP concepts such as lazy evaluation using Python's generator functions and expressions. Moving forward, you'll learn to design and implement decorators to create composite functions. You'll also explore data preparation techniques and data exploration in depth, and see how the Python standard library fits the functional programming model. Finally, to top off your journey into the world of functional Python, you'll at look at the PyMonad project and some larger examples to put everything into perspective. Style and approach This book provides a general overview of functional concepts and then delves deeper into the functional features, showing you how the Python standard library fits the functional programming model. It also dem...
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  • 171
    ISBN: 9781788621984 , 1788621980
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: SVG (Document markup language) ; JavaScript (Computer program language) ; Computer graphics ; Web sites ; Design ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Take the plunge and develop cross-browser-compatible and responsive web designs with SVG Key Features Master the art of custom animations and visualizations with SVG, CSS, and JavaScript Combine SVG with third-party libraries and frameworks such as React, JQuery, D3, and Snap.svg for GUI-rich apps Create an awesome user experience with high-performance graphics for your web applications Book Description SVG is the most powerful image format in use on the web. In addition to producing resolution-independent images for today's multi-device world, SVG allows you to create animations and visualizations to add to your sites and applications. The simplicity of cross-platform markup, mixed with familiar modern web languages, such as CSS and JavaScript, creates a winning combination for designers and developers alike. In this book, you will learn how to author an SVG document using common SVG features, such as elements and attributes, and serve SVG on the web using simple configuration tips for common web servers. You will also use SVG elements and images in HTML documents. Further, you will use SVG images for a variety of common tasks, such as manipulating SVG elements, adding animations using CSS, mastering the basic JavaScript SVG (API) using Document Object Model (DOM) methods, and interfacing SVG with common libraries and frameworks, such as React, jQuery, and Angular. You will then build an understanding of the Snap.svg and SVG.js APIs, along with the basics of D3, and take a look at how to implement interesting visualizations using the library. By the end of the book, you will have mastered creating animations with SVG. What you will learn Deliver the elements that make up an SVG image Replace your old CSS sprites with SVG Understand animation and data visualization with SVG are explained in pure JavaScript and using common libraries Use SVG to scale images across multiple devices easily Harness the power of CSS animations and transformations to manipulate your SVG images in a replicable, remixable way Interface SVG with common libraries and frameworks, such as jQuery, React, and Angular Who this book is for This book is for web developers and designers looking to add animation to their projects. Some experience with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is required.
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  • 172
    ISBN: 9781788998284 , 1788998286
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Edition: Third edition.
    Keywords: Web applications ; Development ; R (Computer program language) ; Web usage mining ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Analyze, communicate, and design your own sophisticated and interactive web applications using the R (v 3.4) Shiny (1.1.0) package Key Features Explore the power of R Shiny to make interactive web applications easily Create engaging user interfaces using elements such as HTML5 shiny tags and Ttabsets Build and deploy your interactive Shiny web application using shinyapps.io Book Description Web Application Development with R Using Shiny helps you become familiar with the complete R Shiny package. The book starts with a quick overview of R and its fundamentals, followed by an exploration of the fundamentals of Shiny and some of the things that it can help you do. You'll learn about the wide range of widgets and functions within Shiny and how they fit together to make an attractive and easy to use application. Once you have understood the basics, you'll move on to studying more advanced UI features, including how to style apps in detail using the Bootstrap framework or and Shiny's inbuilt layout functions. You'll learn about enhancing Shiny with JavaScript, ranging from adding simple interactivity with JavaScript right through to using JavaScript to enhance the reactivity between your app and the UI. You'll learn more advanced Shiny features of Shiny, such as uploading and downloading data and reports, as well as how to interact with tables and link reactive outputs. Lastly, you'll learn how to deploy Shiny applications over the internet, as well as and how to handle storage and data persistence within Shiny applications, including the use of relational databases. By the end of this book, you'll be ready to create responsive, interactive web applications using the complete R (v 3.4) Shiny (1.1.0) suite. What you will learn Harness the power of JavaScript to customize your applications Build dashboards with predefined UI and layouts Engage your users and build better analytics using interactive plots Learn advanced code patterns to make your applications easy to write and maintain. Develop a full understanding of Shiny's UI functions to give you the power to build a wide variety of attractive applications. Store data and interact with databases with Shiny. Learn how to share your Shiny applications Understand reactivity at the conceptual level to build more efficient and robust apps Who this book is for Web Application Development with R Using Shiny is for you if you are interested in creating compelling web applications and interactive data vis...
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  • 173
    ISBN: 9781788990967 , 178899096X
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Computer security ; Machine learning ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Get into the world of smart data security using machine learning algorithms and Python libraries Key Features Learn machine learning algorithms and cybersecurity fundamentals Automate your daily workflow by applying use cases to many facets of security Implement smart machine learning solutions to detect various cybersecurity problems Book Description Cyber threats today are one of the costliest losses that an organization can face. In this book, we use the most efficient tool to solve the big problems that exist in the cybersecurity domain. The book begins by giving you the basics of ML in cybersecurity using Python and its libraries. You will explore various ML domains (such as time series analysis and ensemble modeling) to get your foundations right. You will implement various examples such as building system to identify malicious URLs, and building a program to detect fraudulent emails and spam. Later, you will learn how to make effective use of K-means algorithm to develop a solution to detect and alert you to any malicious activity in the network. Also learn how to implement biometrics and fingerprint to validate whether the user is a legitimate user or not. Finally, you will see how we change the game with TensorFlow and learn how deep learning is effective for creating models and training systems What you will learn Use machine learning algorithms with complex datasets to implement cybersecurity concepts Implement machine learning algorithms such as clustering, k-means, and Naive Bayes to solve real-world problems Learn to speed up a system using Python libraries with NumPy, Scikit-learn, and CUDA Understand how to combat malware, detect spam, and fight financial fraud to mitigate cyber crimes Use TensorFlow in the cybersecurity domain and implement real-world examples Learn how machine learning and Python can be used in complex cyber issues Who this book is for This book is for the data scientists, machine learning developers, security researchers, and anyone keen to apply machine learning to up-skill computer security. Having some working knowledge of Python and being familiar with the basics of machine learning and cybersecurity fundamentals will help to get the most out of the book
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  • 174
    ISBN: 9781788832465 , 1788832469
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Python (Computer program language) ; Penetration testing (Computer security) ; Application software ; Testing ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Your one-stop guide to using Python, creating your own hacking tools, and making the most out of resources available for this programming language About This Book Comprehensive information on building a web application penetration testing framework using Python Master web application penetration testing using the multi-paradigm programming language Python Detect vulnerabilities in a system or application by writing your own Python scripts Who This Book Is For This book is for ethical hackers; penetration testers; students preparing for OSCP, OSCE, GPEN, GXPN, and CEH; information security professionals; cybersecurity consultants; system and network security administrators; and programmers who are keen on learning all about penetration testing. What You Will Learn Code your own reverse shell (TCP and HTTP) Create your own anonymous shell by interacting with Twitter, Google Forms, and SourceForge Replicate Metasploit features and build an advanced shell Hack passwords using multiple techniques (API hooking, keyloggers, and clipboard hijacking) Exfiltrate data from your target Add encryption (AES, RSA, and XOR) to your shell to learn how cryptography is being abused by malware Discover privilege escalation on Windows with practical examples Countermeasures against most attacks In Detail Python is an easy-to-learn and cross-platform programming language that has unlimited third-party libraries. Plenty of open source hacking tools are written in Python, which can be easily integrated within your script. This book is packed with step-by-step instructions and working examples to make you a skilled penetration tester. It is divided into clear bite-sized chunks, so you can learn at your own pace and focus on the areas of most interest to you. This book will teach you how to code a reverse shell and build an anonymous shell. You will also learn how to hack passwords and perform a privilege escalation on Windows with practical examples. You will set up your own virtual hacking environment in VirtualBox, which will help you run multiple operating systems for your testing environment. By the end of this book, you will have learned how to code your own scripts and mastered ethical hacking from scratch. Style and approach This book follows a practical approach that takes a gradual learning curve, building up your knowledge about ethical hacking, right from scratch. The focus is less on theory and more on practical examples through a step-by-step approach.
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  • 175
    ISBN: 9781788838085 , 1788838084
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Edition: Third edition.
    Keywords: Django (Electronic resource) ; Web site development ; Python (Computer program language) ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Create unbelievably fast, robust and secure web apps with Django Web Framework and Python 3.8 Key Features Discover solutions to a variety of web application scenarios, leveraging the power of the Django framework Understand URL routing, models, forms, templates, and RESTful services with Django 2.14 Test, deploy, and scale your web applications efficiently with Amazon Web Services Book Description Django is a framework designed to balance rapid web development with high performance. It handles high levels of user traffic and interaction, integrates with a variety of databases, and collects and processes data in real time. This book follows a task-based approach to guide you through developing with the Django 2.1 framework, starting with setting up and configuring Docker containers and a virtual environment for your project. You'll learn how to write reusable pieces of code for your models and manage database changes. You'll work with forms and views to enter and list data, applying practical examples using templates and JavaScript together for the optimum user experience. This cookbook helps you to adjust the built-in Django administration to fit your needs and sharpen security and performance to make your web applications as robust, scalable, and dependable as possible. You'll also explore integration with Django CMS, the popular content management suite. In the final chapters, you'll learn programming and debugging tricks and discover how collecting data from different sources and providing it to others in various formats can be a breeze. By the end of the book, you'll learn how to test and deploy projects to a remote dedicated server and scale your application to meet user demands. What you will learn Get started with the basic configuration necessary to start any Django project Build a database structure out of reusable model mixins Secure web applications against malicious usage and address common performance bottlenecks Integrate with, and extend, the Django CMS Construct and manage complex and deep hierarchies Import data from local sources and external web services and export it to third parties Who this book is for This book is designed for Python developers working on fast and secure web apps that can scale over time. You'll also find this book useful if you want to upgrade to latest Django framework. A background in Python 3 along with basic knowledge of the Django framework will be useful.
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  • 176
    ISBN: 9781788834643 , 178883464X
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Application software ; Development ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Build optimized applications in Kotlin by learning how to smartly implement standard libraries. Key Features Get the most out of the Kotlin library to develop high-quality portable applications Explore the powerful support for data processing and I/O operations Discover ways to enhance your Android application development Book Description Given the verbosity of Java, developers have turned to Kotlin for effective software development. The Kotlin standard library provides vital tools that make day-to-day Kotlin programming easier. This library features the core attributes of the language, such as algorithmic problems, design patterns, data processing, and working with files and data streams. The recipes in this book offer coding solutions that can be readily executed. The book covers various topics related to data processing, I/O operations, and collections transformation. We'll walk through effective design patterns in Kotlin and you'll understand how coroutines add new features to JavaScript. As you make your way through the chapters, you'll learn how to implement clean, reusable functions and scalable interfaces containing default implementations. In the concluding chapters, we'll provide recipes on functional programming concepts, such as lambdas, monads, functors, and Kotlin scoping functions. By the end of the book, you'll be able to address a range of problems that Kotlin developers face by implementing easy-to-follow solutions. What you will learn Work with ranges, progressions, and sequences in use cases Add new functionalities to current classes with Kotlin extensions Understand elements such as lambdas, closures, and monads Build a REST API consumer with Retrofit and a coroutine adapter Discover useful tips and solutions for making your Android projects Explore the benefits of standard library features Who this book is for This book is for software developers who are familiar with Kotlin's basics and want to discover more advanced features and concepts, especially those provided by the Kotlin standard library. It's also ideal for experienced software developers who are familiar with the functional programming paradigm and other programming languages who want to switch to Kotlin. It will also help Java developers switch to Kotlin and integrate it into existing Java Virtual Machine (JVM) projects.
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  • 177
    ISBN: 9781788831550 , 1788831551
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Apache Solr ; Search engines ; Programming ; Web search engines ; Open source software ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Accelerate your enterprise search engine and bring relevancy in your search analytics About This Book A practical guide in building expertise with Indexing, Faceting, Clustering and Pagination Master the management and administration of Enterprise Search Applications and services seamlessly Handle multiple data inputs such as JSON, xml, pdf, doc, xls,ppt, csv and much more. Who This Book Is For The book would rightly appeal to developers, software engineers, data engineers and database architects who are building or seeking to build enterprise-wide effective search engines for business intelligence. Prior experience of Apache Solr or Java programming is must to take the best of this book. What You Will Learn Design schema using schema API to access data in the database Advance querying and fine-tuning techniques for better performance Get to grips with indexing using Client API Set up a fault tolerant and highly available server with newer distributed capabilities, SolrCloud Explore Apache Tika to upload data with Solr Cell Understand different data operations that can be done while indexing Master advanced querying through Velocity Search UI, faceting and Query Re-ranking, pagination and spatial search Learn to use JavaScript, Python, SolrJ and Ruby for interacting with Solr In Detail Apache Solr is the only standalone enterprise search server with a REST-like application interface. providing highly scalable, distributed search and index replication for many of the world's largest internet sites. To begin with, you would be introduced to how you perform full text search, multiple filter search, perform dynamic clustering and so on helping you to brush up the basics of Apache Solr. You will also explore the new features and advanced options released in Apache Solr 7.x which will get you numerous performance aspects and making data investigation simpler, easier and powerful. You will learn to build complex queries, extensive filters and how are they compiled in your system to bring relevance in your search tools. You will learn to carry out Solr scoring, elements affecting the document score and how you can optimize or tune the score for the application at hand. You will learn to extract features of documents, writing complex queries in re-ranking the documents. You will also learn advanced options helping you to know what content is indexed and how the extracted content is indexed. Throughout the book, you would go through complex problems wi...
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  • 178
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    Birmingham, UK : Packt Publishing
    ISBN: 9781788837064 , 1788837061
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Python (Computer program language) ; Application software ; Development ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Getting the most out of Python to improve your codebase Key Features Save maintenance costs by learning to fix your legacy codebase Learn the principles and techniques of refactoring Apply microservices to your legacy systems by implementing practical techniques Book Description Python is currently used in many different areas such as software construction, systems administration, and data processing. In all of these areas, experienced professionals can find examples of inefficiency, problems, and other perils, as a result of bad code. After reading this book, readers will understand these problems, and more importantly, how to correct them. The book begins by describing the basic elements of writing clean code and how it plays an important role in Python programming. You will learn about writing efficient and readable code using the Python standard library and best practices for software design. You will learn to implement the SOLID principles in Python and use decorators to improve your code. The book delves more deeply into object oriented programming in Python and shows you how to use objects with descriptors and generators. It will also show you the design principles of software testing and how to resolve software problems by implementing design patterns in your code. In the final chapter we break down a monolithic application to a microservice one, starting from the code as the basis for a solid platform. By the end of the book, you will be proficient in applying industry approved coding practices to design clean, sustainable and readable Python code. What you will learn Set up tools to effectively work in a development environment Explore how the magic methods of Python can help us write better code Examine the traits of Python to create advanced object-oriented design Understand removal of duplicated code using decorators and descriptors Effectively refactor code with the help of unit tests Learn to implement the SOLID principles in Python Who this book is for This book will appeal to team leads, software architects and senior software engineers who would like to work on their legacy systems to save cost and improve efficiency. A strong understanding of Programming is assumed. Downloading the example code for this book You can download the example code files for all Packt books you have purchased from your account at http://www.PacktPub.com. If you purchased this book elsewhere, you can visit http://www.PacktPub.com/support and registe...
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  • 179
    ISBN: 9781788837576 , 1788837576
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Application software ; Development ; Computer software ; Development ; Computer architecture ; Open source software ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Build applications and infrastructures that leverage Function-as-a-Service and Docker About This Book Implement containerization in Serverless/FaaS environments Utilize Docker as a functional unit of work for Serverless/FaaS platforms Use Docker as a portable infrastructure for Serverless Applications Who This Book Is For If you are a Developer, a Docker Engineer, a DevOps Engineer, or any stakeholder interested in learning the use of Docker on Serverless environments then this book is for you. What You Will Learn Learn what Serverless and FaaS applications are Get acquainted with the architectures of three major serverless systems Explore how Docker technologies can help develop Serverless applications Create and maintain FaaS infrastructures Set up Docker infrastructures to serve as on-premises FaaS infrastructures Define functions for Serverless applications with Docker containers In Detail Serverless applications have gained a lot of popularity among developers and are currently the buzzwords in the tech market. Docker and serverless are two terms that go hand-in-hand. This book will start by explaining serverless and Function-as-a-Service (FaaS) concepts, and why they are important. Then, it will introduce the concepts of containerization and how Docker fits into the Serverless ideology. It will explore the architectures and components of three major Docker-based FaaS platforms, how to deploy and how to use their CLI. Then, this book will discuss how to set up and operate a production-grade Docker cluster. We will cover all concepts of FaaS frameworks with practical use cases, followed by deploying and orchestrating these serverless systems using Docker. Finally, we will also explore advanced topics and prototypes for FaaS architectures in the last chapter. By the end of this book, you will be in a position to build and deploy your own FaaS platform using Docker. Style and approach A practical guide that offers a simple way to easily understand Serverless Applications utilizing Docker as the development environment.
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  • 180
    ISBN: 9781788628808 , 1788628802
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Mobile apps ; Application software ; Development ; Artificial intelligence ; Machine learning ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Create Deep Learning and Reinforcement Learning apps for multiple platforms with TensorFlow About This Book Build TensorFlow-powered AI applications for mobile and embedded devices Learn modern AI topics such as computer vision, NLP, and deep reinforcement learning Get practical insights and exclusive working code not available in the TensorFlow documentation Who This Book Is For If you're an iOS/Android developer interested in building and retraining others' TensorFlow models and running them in your mobile apps, or if you're a TensorFlow developer and want to run your new and amazing TensorFlow models on mobile devices, this book is for you. You'll also benefit from this book if you're interested in TensorFlow Lite, Core ML, or TensorFlow on Raspberry Pi. What You Will Learn Classify images with transfer learning Detect objects and their locations Transform pictures with amazing art styles Understand simple speech commands Describe images in natural language Recognize drawing with Convolutional Neural Network and Long Short-Term Memory Predict stock price with Recurrent Neural Network in TensorFlow and Keras Generate and enhance images with generative adversarial networks Build AlphaZero-like mobile game app in TensorFlow and Keras Use TensorFlow Lite and Core ML on mobile Develop TensorFlow apps on Raspberry Pi that can move, see, listen, speak, and learn In Detail As a developer, you always need to keep an eye out and be ready for what will be trending soon, while also focusing on what's trending currently. So, what's better than learning about the integration of the best of both worlds, the present and the future? Artificial Intelligence (AI) is widely regarded as the next big thing after mobile, and Google's TensorFlow is the leading open source machine learning framework, the hottest branch of AI. This book covers more than 10 complete iOS, Android, and Raspberry Pi apps powered by TensorFlow and built from scratch, running all kinds of cool TensorFlow models offline on-device: from computer vision, speech and language processing to generative adversarial networks and AlphaZero-like deep reinforcement learning. You'll learn how to use or retrain existing TensorFlow models, build your own models, and develop intelligent mobile apps running those TensorFlow models. You'll learn how to quickly build such apps with step-by-step tutorials and how to avoid many pitfalls in the process with lots of hard-earned troubleshooting tips. Style and a...
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  • 181
    ISBN: 9781785889660 , 1785889664
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Active server pages ; Web sites ; Design ; Web site development ; Application software ; Development ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Learn to implement ASP.NET Core features to build effective software that can be scaled and maintained easily About This Book Practical solutions to recurring issues in the web development world Recipes on the latest features of ASP.Net Core 2.0 Coverage of Bootstrap, Angular, and JavaScript lets you supercharge your frontend Who This Book Is For This book is written for the ASP.NET developer who wants to deliver professional-standard software, quickly and efficiently. It's filled with hands-on recipes, practical advice, and guidance to help developers with every aspect of the ASP.NET development cycle. Whether you've just started out or are a seasoned pro, the Asp.Net Core 2.0 Cookbook is written for you. What You Will Learn Build ASP.Net Core 2.0 applications using HTTP services with WebApi Learn to unit-test, load test, and perform test applications using client-side and server-side frameworks Debug, monitor and troubleshoot ASP.Net Core 2.0 applications using popular tools Reuse components with NuGet and create modular components with middleware Create applications using client-side technologies such as HTML5, JavaScript, jQuery, and Angular Build responsive and dynamic UIs for your MVC apps using Bootstrap Leverage tools like Karma, Jasmine, QUnit, xUnit, Selenium, Microsoft Fakes, and Visual Studio 2017 Enterprise In Detail The ASP.NET Core 2.0 Framework has been designed to meet all the needs of today's web developers. It provides better control, support for test-driven development, and cleaner code. Moreover, it's lightweight and allows you to run apps on Windows, OSX and Linux, making it the most popular web framework with modern day developers. This book takes a unique approach to web development, using real-world examples to guide you through problems with ASP.NET Core 2.0 web applications. It covers Visual Studio 2017- and ASP.NET Core 2.0-specifc changes and provides general MVC development recipes. It explores setting up .NET Core, Visual Studio 2017, Node.js modules, and NuGet. Next, it shows you how to work with Inversion of Control data pattern and caching. We explore everyday ASP.NET Core MVC 2.0 patterns and go beyond it into troubleshooting. Finally, we lead you through migrating, hosting, and deploying your code. By the end of the book, you'll not only have explored every aspect of ASP.NET Core MVC 2.0, you'll also have a reference you can keep coming back to whenever you need to get the job done. Style and approach Asp.Ne...
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  • 182
    ISBN: 9781785887772 , 1785887777
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Artificial intelligence ; Neural networks (Computer science) ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Get to grips with the essentials of deep learning by leveraging the power of Python About This Book Your one-stop solution to get started with the essentials of deep learning and neural network modeling Train different kinds of neural networks to tackle various problems in Natural Language Processing, computer vision, speech recognition, and more Covers popular Python libraries such as Tensorflow, Keras, and more, along with tips on training, deploying and optimizing your deep learning models in the best possible manner Who This Book Is For Aspiring data scientists and machine learning experts who have limited or no exposure to deep learning will find this book to be very useful. If you are looking for a resource that gets you up and running with the fundamentals of deep learning and neural networks, this book is for you. As the models in the book are trained using the popular Python-based libraries such as Tensorflow and Keras, it would be useful to have sound programming knowledge of Python. What You Will Learn Get to grips with the core concepts of deep learning and neural networks Set up deep learning library such as TensorFlow Fine-tune your deep learning models for NLP and Computer Vision applications Unify different information sources, such as images, text, and speech through deep learning Optimize and fine-tune your deep learning models for better performance Train a deep reinforcement learning model that plays a game better than humans Learn how to make your models get the best out of your GPU or CPU In Detail Deep Learning a trending topic in the field of Artificial Intelligence today and can be considered to be an advanced form of machine learning, which is quite tricky to master. This book will help you take your first steps in training efficient deep learning models and applying them in various practical scenarios. You will model, train, and deploy different kinds of neural networks such as Convolutional Neural Network, Recurrent Neural Network, and will see some of their applications in real-world domains including computer vision, natural language processing, speech recognition, and so on. You will build practical projects such as chatbots, implement reinforcement learning to build smart games, and develop expert systems for image captioning and processing. Popular Python library such as TensorFlow is used in this book to build the models. This book also covers solutions for different problems you might come across while traini...
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  • 183
    ISBN: 9781783001453 , 1783001453
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Customer relations ; Management ; Customer loyalty ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Make the right decisions about your products and services by listening effectively to the people that matter ? your customers About This Book Understand the core components, processes and technologies available for a VOC initiative Structure effective VOC programs and turn VOC into actionable product success A handy guide to help you identify the hidden needs of your customers and strengthen your relationship with them Who This Book Is For The book is for anyone who needs to get to know their customer, how they feel and what they think about a certain subject. If you are a stakeholder in any project responsible for customer relationships, this book will help you immensely. An awareness of VOC as a topic would be useful, although not essential. What You Will Learn Understand different unarticulated needs of your customers Deploy effective VOC in your organizations Identify and understand the different tools and processes to set up a successful VOC program Integrating your findings about your customers into successful products Effectively utilize VOC for a successful launch of your product In Detail This book is all about getting to know your customers ? what they want and need, what they like and don't like. Voice of the Customer is one of the most popular forms of market research combining both quantitative and qualitative methods. This book shows you how to engage with customers and understand their wants and needs, likes and dislikes ? something which is becoming more in more important with the rise of an increasingly connected world. The book addresses the problem of understanding your customer and engaging with those customers. It also targets people who want to know how to do an effective VOC capture and analysis. As with any engagement/research based initiative, there is also a concern with the ROI. This book shows you how to overcome this problem as well. By the end of this book, you will have a thorough understanding of the relevant stages of a VOC project. It will show you how to devise an effective plan, direct the project to their objectives, and then show you how to collect the voice of the customer, with examples and templates for interviewing and surveying. Style and approach This book is a perfect blend of concepts and real-world use-cases which will help the businesses understand and therefore serve the customers better. Written in a very engaging manner, this book ensures you are able to grasp the theory and apply it in your ...
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  • 184
    ISBN: 9781789959918 , 1789959918
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Spark (Electronic resource : Apache Software Foundation) ; Data mining ; Big data ; Machine learning ; Electronic data processing ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Build efficient data flow and machine learning programs with this flexible, multi-functional open-source cluster-computing framework Key Features Master the art of real-time big data processing and machine learning Explore a wide range of use-cases to analyze large data Discover ways to optimize your work by using many features of Spark 2.x and Scala Book Description Apache Spark is an in-memory, cluster-based data processing system that provides a wide range of functionalities such as big data processing, analytics, machine learning, and more. With this Learning Path, you can take your knowledge of Apache Spark to the next level by learning how to expand Spark's functionality and building your own data flow and machine learning programs on this platform. You will work with the different modules in Apache Spark, such as interactive querying with Spark SQL, using DataFrames and datasets, implementing streaming analytics with Spark Streaming, and applying machine learning and deep learning techniques on Spark using MLlib and various external tools. By the end of this elaborately designed Learning Path, you will have all the knowledge you need to master Apache Spark, and build your own big data processing and analytics pipeline quickly and without any hassle. This Learning Path includes content from the following Packt products: Mastering Apache Spark 2.x by Romeo Kienzler Scala and Spark for Big Data Analytics by Md. Rezaul Karim, Sridhar Alla Apache Spark 2.x Machine Learning Cookbook by Siamak Amirghodsi, Meenakshi Rajendran, Broderick Hall, Shuen MeiCookbook What you will learn Get to grips with all the features of Apache Spark 2.x Perform highly optimized real-time big data processing Use ML and DL techniques with Spark MLlib and third-party tools Analyze structured and unstructured data using SparkSQL and GraphX Understand tuning, debugging, and monitoring of big data applications Build scalable and fault-tolerant streaming applications Develop scalable recommendation engines Who this book is for If you are an intermediate-level Spark developer looking to master the advanced capabilities and use-cases of Apache Spark 2.x, this Learning Path is ideal for you. Big data professionals who want to learn how to integrate and use the features of Apache Spark and build a strong big data pipeline will also find this Learning Path useful. To grasp the concepts explained in this Learning Path, you must know the fundamentals of Apache Spark and Scala.
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  • 185
    ISBN: 9781789950403 , 1789950406
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Edition: Second edition.
    Keywords: Computer networks ; Management ; Python (Computer program language) ; Electronic data processing ; Machine learning ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Leverage the power of Python, Ansible and other network automation tools to make your network robust and more secure Key Features Get introduced to the concept of network automation with relevant use cases Apply Continuous Integration and DevOps to improve your network performance Implement effective automation using tools such as Python, Ansible, and more Book Description Network automation is the use of IT controls to supervise and carry out everyday network management functions. It plays a key role in network virtualization technologies and network functions. The book starts by providing an introduction to network automation, and its applications, which include integrating DevOps tools to automate the network efficiently. It then guides you through different network automation tasks and covers various data digging and performing tasks such as ensuring golden state configurations using templates, interface parsing. This book also focuses on Intelligent Operations using Artificial Intelligence and troubleshooting using chatbots and voice commands. The book then moves on to the use of Python and the management of SSH keys for machine-to-machine (M2M) communication, all followed by practical use cases. The book also covers the importance of Ansible for network automation, including best practices in automation; ways to test automated networks using tools such as Puppet, SaltStack, and Chef; and other important techniques. Through practical use-cases and examples, this book will acquaint you with the various aspects of network automation. It will give you the solid foundation you need to automate your own network without any hassle. What you will learn Get started with the fundamental concepts of network automation Perform intelligent data mining and remediation based on triggers Understand how AIOps works in operations Trigger automation through data factors Improve your data center's robustness and security through data digging Get access infrastructure through API Framework for chatbot and voice interactive troubleshootings Set up communication with SSH-based devices using Netmiko Who this book is for If you are a network engineer or a DevOps professional looking for an extensive guide to help you automate and manage your network efficiently, then this book is for you. No prior experience with network automation is required to get started, however you will need some exposure to Python programming to get the most out of this book.
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  • 186
    ISBN: 9781788628136 , 1788628136
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Edition: Second edition.
    Keywords: Python (Computer program language) ; Information visualization ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Leverage the power of Matplotlib to visualize and understand your data more effectively About This Book Perform effective data visualization with Matplotlib and get actionable insights from your data Design attractive graphs, charts, and 2D plots, and deploy them to the web Get the most out of Matplotlib in this practical guide with updated code and examples Who This Book Is For This book is essentially for anyone who wants to create intuitive data visualizations using the Matplotlib library. If you're a data scientist or analyst and wish to create attractive visualizations using Python, you'll find this book useful. Some knowledge of Python programming is all you need to get started. What You Will Learn Create 2D and 3D static plots such as bar charts, heat maps, and scatter plots Get acquainted with GTK+3, Qt5, and wxWidgets to understand the UI backend of Matplotlib Develop advanced static plots with third-party packages such as Pandas, GeoPandas, and Seaborn Create interactive plots with real-time updates Develop web-based, Matplotlib-powered graph visualizations with third-party packages such as Django Write data visualization code that is readily expandable on the cloud platform In Detail Python is a general-purpose programming language increasingly being used for data analysis and visualization. Matplotlib is a popular data visualization package in Python used to design effective plots and graphs. This is a practical, hands-on resource to help you visualize data with Python using the Matplotlib library. Matplotlib for Python Developers, Second Edition shows you how to create attractive graphs, charts, and plots using Matplotlib. You will also get a quick introduction to third-party packages, Seaborn, Pandas, Basemap, and Geopandas, and learn how to use them with Matplotlib. After that, you'll embed and customize your plots in third-party tools such as GTK+3, Qt 5, and wxWidgets. You'll also be able to tweak the look and feel of your visualization with the help of practical examples provided in this book. Further on, you'll explore Matplotlib 2.1.x on the web, from a cloud-based platform using third-party packages such as Django. Finally, you will integrate interactive, real-time visualization techniques into your current workflow with the help of practical real-world examples. By the end of this book, you'll be thoroughly comfortable with using the popular Python data visualization library Matplotlib 2.1.x and leveraging its power to bu...
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  • 187
    Online Resource
    Online Resource
    Birmingham, UK : Packt Publishing
    ISBN: 9781789958195 , 1789958199
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Series Statement: Expert insight
    Keywords: Python (Computer program language) ; Machine learning ; Artificial intelligence ; Electronic data processing ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Learn a modern approach to data analysis using Python to harness the power of programming and AI across your data. Detailed case studies bring this modern approach to life across visual data, social media, graph algorithms, and time series analysis. Key Features Bridge your data analysis with the power of programming, complex algorithms, and AI Use Python and its extensive libraries to power your way to new levels of data insight Work with AI algorithms, TensorFlow, graph algorithms, NLP, and financial time series Explore this modern approach across with key industry case studies and hands-on projects Book Description Data Analysis with Python offers a modern approach to data analysis so that you can work with the latest and most powerful Python tools, AI techniques, and open source libraries. Industry expert David Taieb shows you how to bridge data science with the power of programming and algorithms in Python. You'll be working with complex algorithms, and cutting-edge AI in your data analysis. Learn how to analyze data with hands-on examples using Python-based tools and Jupyter Notebook. You'll find the right balance of theory and practice, with extensive code files that you can integrate right into your own data projects. Explore the power of this approach to data analysis by then working with it across key industry case studies. Four fascinating and full projects connect you to the most critical data analysis challenges you're likely to meet in today. The first of these is an image recognition application with TensorFlow ? embracing the importance today of AI in your data analysis. The second industry project analyses social media trends, exploring big data issues and AI approaches to natural language processing. The third case study is a financial portfolio analysis application that engages you with time series analysis - pivotal to many data science applications today. The fourth industry use case dives you into graph algorithms and the power of programming in modern data science. You'll wrap up with a thoughtful look at the future of data science and how it will harness the power of algorithms and artificial intelligence. What you will learn A new toolset that has been carefully crafted to meet for your data analysis challenges Full and detailed case studies of the toolset across several of today's key industry contexts Become super productive with a new toolset across Python and Jupyter Notebook Look into the future of data science an...
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  • 188
    Online Resource
    Online Resource
    Birmingham, UK : Packt Publishing
    ISBN: 9781789803525 , 1789803527
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Linux ; UNIX (Computer file) ; Graphical user interfaces (Computer systems) ; Computer programming ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Master shell basics and Unix tools and discover easy commands to perform complex tasks with speed Key Features Learn why the Bash shell is widely used on Linux and iOS Explore advanced shell concepts, such as pipes and redirection Understand how to use Unix command-line tools as building blocks for different tasks Book Description The most basic interface to a computer - the command line - remains the most flexible and powerful way of processing data and performing and automating various day-to-day tasks. Command Line Fundamentals begins by exploring the basics, and then focuses on the most common tool, the Bash shell (which is standard on all Linux and iOS systems). As you make your way through the book, you'll explore the traditional Unix command-line programs as implemented by the GNU project. You'll also learn to use redirection and pipelines to assemble these programs to solve complex problems. By the end of this book, you'll have explored the basics of shell scripting, allowing you to easily and quickly automate tasks. What you will learn Use the Bash shell to run commands Utilize basic Unix utilities such as cat, tr, sort, and uniq Explore shell wildcards to manage groups of files Apply useful keyboard shortcuts in shell Employ redirection and pipes to process data Write both basic and advanced shell scripts to automate tasks Who this book is for Command Line Fundamentals is for programmers who use GUIs but want to understand how to use the command line to complete tasks faster.
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  • 189
    ISBN: 9781788624381 , 1788624386
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Amazon Web Services (Firm) ; Software patterns ; Application software ; Development ; Cloud computing ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Get started with designing your serverless application using optimum design patterns and industry standard practices About This Book Learn the details of popular software patterns and how they are applied to serverless applications Understand key concepts and components in serverless designs Walk away with a thorough understanding of architecting serverless applications Who This Book Is For If you're a software architect, engineer, or someone who wants to build serverless applications, which are non-trivial in complexity and scope, then this book is for you. Basic knowledge of programming and serverless computing concepts are assumed. What You Will Learn Comprehend the popular design patterns currently being used with serverless architectures Understand the various design options and corresponding implementations for serverless web application APIs Learn multiple patterns for data-intensive serverless systems and pipelines, including MapReduce and Lambda Architecture Learn how to leverage hosted databases, queues, streams, storage services, and notification services Understand error handling and system monitoring in a serverless architecture a serverless architecture Learn how to set up a serverless application for continuous integration, continuous delivery, and continuous deployment In Detail Serverless applications handle many problems that developers face when running systems and servers. The serverless pay-per-invocation model can also result in drastic cost savings, contributing to its popularity. While it's simple to create a basic serverless application, it's critical to structure your software correctly to ensure it continues to succeed as it grows. Serverless Design Patterns and Best Practices presents patterns that can be adapted to run in a serverless environment. You will learn how to develop applications that are scalable, fault tolerant, and well-tested. The book begins with an introduction to the different design pattern categories available for serverless applications. You will learn the trade-offs between GraphQL and REST and how they fare regarding overall application design in a serverless ecosystem. The book will also show you how to migrate an existing API to a serverless backend using AWS API Gateway. You will learn how to build event-driven applications using queuing and streaming systems, such as AWS Simple Queuing Service (SQS) and AWS Kinesis. Patterns for data-intensive serverless application are also explained, inc...
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  • 190
    ISBN: 9781788625067 , 1788625064
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Linux ; Computer security ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: A comprehensive guide to mastering the art of preventing your Linux system from getting compromised. About This Book Leverage this guide to confidently deliver a system that reduces the risk of being hacked Perform a number of advanced Linux security techniques such as network service detection, user authentication, controlling special permissions, encrypting file systems, and much more Master the art of securing a Linux environment with this end-to-end practical guide Who This Book Is For If you are a systems administrator or a network engineer interested in making your Linux environment more secure, then this book is for you. Security consultants wanting to enhance their Linux security skills will also benefit from this book. Prior knowledge of Linux is mandatory. What You Will Learn Use various techniques to prevent intruders from accessing sensitive data Prevent intruders from planting malware, and detect whether malware has been planted Prevent insiders from accessing data that they aren't authorized to access Do quick checks to see whether a computer is running network services that it doesn't need to run Learn security techniques that are common to all Linux distros, and some that are distro-specific In Detail This book has extensive coverage of techniques that will help prevent attackers from breaching your system, by building a much more secure Linux environment. You will learn various security techniques such as SSH hardening, network service detection, setting up firewalls, encrypting file systems, protecting user accounts, authentication processes, and so on. Moving forward, you will also develop hands-on skills with advanced Linux permissions, access control, special modes, and more. Lastly, this book will also cover best practices and troubleshooting techniques to get your work done efficiently. By the end of this book, you will be confident in delivering a system that will be much harder to compromise. Style and approach An advanced-level guide filled with real-world examples that will help you secure your Linux system
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  • 191
    ISBN: 9781788477130 , 1788477138
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Application software ; Development ; Blockchains (Databases) ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Implement blockchain principles in your choice of domain using Ethereum Key Features Build permissioned enterprise-grade blockchain applications from scratch Implement Blockchain-as-a-Service to enterprises in terms of deployment and security Achieve privacy in blockchains using proxy re-encryption algorithms Book Description The increasing growth in blockchain use is enormous, and it is changing the way business is done. Many leading organizations are already exploring the potential of blockchain. With this book, you will learn to build end-to-end enterprise-level decentralized applications and scale them across your organization to meet your company's needs. This book will help you understand what DApps are and how the blockchain ecosystem works, via real-world examples. This extensive end-to-end book covers every blockchain aspect for business and for developers. You will master process flows and incorporate them into your own enterprise. You will learn how to use J.P. Morgan's Quorum to build blockchain-based applications. You will also learn how to write applications that can help communicate enterprise blockchain solutions. You will learn how to write smart contracts that run without censorship and third-party interference. Once you've grasped what a blockchain is and have learned about Quorum, you will jump into building real-world practical blockchain applications for sectors such as payment and money transfer, healthcare, cloud computing, supply chain management, and much more. What you will learn Learn how to set up Raft/IBFT Quorum networks Implement Quorum's privacy and security features Write, compile, and deploy smart contracts Learn to interact with Quorum using the web3.js JavaScript library Learn how to execute atomic swaps between different networks Build a secured Blockchain-as-a-Service for efficient business processes Achieve data privacy in blockchains using proxy re-encryption Who this book is for This book is for innovators, digital transformers, and blockchain developers who want to build end-to-end, decentralized applications using the blockchain technology. If you want to scale your existing blockchain system across the enterprise, you will find this book useful, too. It adopts a practical approach to solving real problems in enterprises using a blend of theory and practice.
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  • 192
    ISBN: 9781788474528 , 178847452X
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Edition: Second edition.
    Keywords: Robots ; Robots ; Programming ; Personal robotics ; Robots ; Control systems ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Discover best practices and troubleshooting solutions when working on ROS About This Book Develop complex robotic applications using ROS to interface robot manipulators and mobile robots Gain insight into autonomous navigation in mobile robots and motion planning in robot manipulators Discover best practices and troubleshooting solutions Who This Book Is For If you are a robotics enthusiast or researcher who want to learn more about building robot applications using ROS, this book is for you. In order to learn from this book, you should have a basic knowledge of ROS, GNU/Linux, and C++ programming concepts. The book is also excellent for programmers who want to explore the advanced features of ROS. What You Will Learn Create a robot model with a seven-DOF robotic arm and a differential wheeled mobile robot Work with Gazebo and V-REP robotic simulator Implement autonomous navigation in differential drive robots using SLAM and AMCL packages Explore the ROS Pluginlib, ROS nodelets, and Gazebo plugins Interface I/O boards such as Arduino, robot sensors, and high-end actuators Simulate and motion plan an ABB and universal arm using ROS Industrial Explore the latest version of the ROS framework Work with the motion planning of a seven-DOF arm using MoveIt! In Detail In this day and age, robotics has been gaining a lot of traction in various industries where consistency and perfection matter. Automation is achieved via robotic applications and various platforms that support robotics. The Robot Operating System (ROS) is a modular software platform to develop generic robotic applications. This book focuses on the most stable release of ROS (Kinetic Kame), discusses advanced concepts, and effectively teaches you programming using ROS. We begin with aninformative overview of the ROS framework, which will give you a clear idea of how ROS works. During the course of this book, you'll learn to build models of complex robots, and simulate and interface the robot using the ROS MoveIt! motion planning library and ROS navigation stacks. Learn to leverage several ROS packages to embrace your robot models. After covering robot manipulation and navigation, you'll get to grips with the interfacing I/O boards, sensors, and actuators of ROS. Vision sensors are a key component of robots, and an entire chapter is dedicated to the vision sensor and image elaboration, its interface in ROS and programming. You'll also understand the hardware interface and simulation of co...
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  • 193
    ISBN: 9781789532357 , 1789532353
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Blockchains (Databases) ; Electronic funds transfers ; Bitcoin ; Electronic commerce ; Finance ; Technological innovations ; Application software ; Development ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Get up and running with the fundamentals of Bitcoin and blockchain Key Features Learn quick, effective, and easy ways to master blockchain and Bitcoin Understand the impact of decentralization and discover ways to tackle it Explore the future of Bitcoin and blockchain and implement them in a business network Book Description Blockchain is a distributed database that enables permanent, transparent, and secure storage of data. Blockchain technology uses cryptography to keep data secure. Learn Bitcoin and Blockchain is the perfect entry point to the world of decentralized databases. This book will take you on a journey through the blockchain database, followed by advanced implementations of the blockchain concept. You will learn about Bitcoin basics and their technical operations. As you make your way through the book, you will gain insight into this leading technology and its implementation in the real world. You will also cover the technical foundation of blockchain and understand the fundamentals of cryptography and how they keep data secure. In the concluding chapters, you'll get to grips with the mechanisms behind cryptocurrencies. By the end of this book, you will have learned about decentralized digital money, advanced blockchain concepts, and Bitcoin and blockchain security. What you will learn Understand the concept of decentralization, its impact, its relationship with blockchain technology and its pros and cons Learn blockchain and Bitcoin architectures and security Explore Bitcoin and blockchain security Implement blockchain technology and its features commercially Understand why consensus protocols are critical in blockchain Get a grip on the future of blockchain Who this book is for Learn Bitcoin and Blockchain is for anyone who wants to quickly understand and expand their knowledge of how blockchain and Bitcoin work and how they are applied commercially. No prior knowledge of blockchain and Bitcoin is required.
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  • 194
    ISBN: 9781789348354 , 1789348358
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Edition: Third edition.
    Keywords: iOS (Electronic resource) ; Programming ; Xcode ; Application software ; Development ; Swift (Computer program language) ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Begin your iOS 12 app development journey with this practical guide Key Features Kick-start your iOS programming career and have fun building iOS apps of your choice Get to grips with Xcode 10 and Swift 4.2, the building blocks of iOS development Discover the latest features of iOS 12 - SiriKit, notifications, and much more Book Description Want to build iOS 12 applications from scratch with the latest Swift 4.2 language and Xcode 10 by your side? Forget sifting through tutorials and blog posts; this book is a direct route to iOS development, taking you through the basics and showing you how to put principles into practice. Take advantage of this developer-friendly guide and start building applications that may just take the App Store by storm! If you're already an experienced programmer, you can jump right in and learn the latest iOS 12 features. For beginners, this book starts by introducing you to iOS development as you learn Xcode and Swift. You'll also study advanced iOS design topics, such as gestures and animations, to give your app the edge. You'll explore the latest Swift 4.2 and iOS 12 developments by incorporating new features, such as the latest in notifications, custom-UI notifications, maps, and the recent additions in Sirikit. The book will guide you in using TestFlight to quickly get to grips with everything you need to get your project on the App Store. By the end of this book, you'll be ready to start building your own cool iOS applications confidently. What you will learn Explore the distinctive design principles that define the iOS user experience Navigate panels within an Xcode project Use the latest Xcode asset catalogue of Xcode 10 Create a playgrounds project within your projects and understand how Ranges and Control flow work Study operations with integers and work your way through if statements Build a responsive UI and add privacy to your custom-rich notifications Set up Sirikit to add voice for Siri shortcuts Collect valuable feedback with TestFlight before releasing your apps on the App Store Who this book is for This book is for you if you are completely new to Swift, iOS, or programming and want to make iOS applications. However, you'll also find this book useful if you're an experienced programmer looking to explore the latest iOS 12 features.
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  • 195
    ISBN: 9781789340280 , 1789340284
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Linux ; Client/server computing ; Computer networks ; Management ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Over 100 recipes to get up and running with the modern Linux administration ecosystem Key Features Understand and implement the core system administration tasks in Linux Discover tools and techniques to troubleshoot your Linux system Maintain a healthy system with good security and backup practices Book Description Linux is one of the most widely used operating systems among system administrators,and even modern application and server development is heavily reliant on the Linux platform. The Linux Administration Cookbook is your go-to guide to get started on your Linux journey. It will help you understand what that strange little server is doing in the corner of your office, what the mysterious virtual machine languishing in Azure is crunching through, what that circuit-board-like thing is doing under your office TV, and why the LEDs on it are blinking rapidly. This book will get you started with administering Linux, giving you the knowledge and tools you need to troubleshoot day-to-day problems, ranging from a Raspberry Pi to a server in Azure, while giving you a good understanding of the fundamentals of how GNU/Linux works. Through the course of the book, you'll install and configure a system, while the author regales you with errors and anecdotes from his vast experience as a data center hardware engineer, systems administrator, and DevOps consultant. By the end of the book, you will have gained practical knowledge of Linux, which will serve as a bedrock for learning Linux administration and aid you in your Linux journey. What you will learn Install and manage a Linux server, both locally and in the cloud Understand how to perform administration across all Linux distros Work through evolving concepts such as IaaS versus PaaS, containers, and automation Explore security and configuration best practices Troubleshoot your system if something goes wrong Discover and mitigate hardware issues, such as faulty memory and failing drives Who this book is for If you are a system engineer or system administrator with basic experience of working with Linux, this book is for you.
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  • 196
    ISBN: 9781789135916 , 1789135915
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Python (Computer program language) ; Natural language processing (Computer science) ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Foster your NLP applications with the help of deep learning, NLTK, and TensorFlow Key Features Weave neural networks into linguistic applications across various platforms Perform NLP tasks and train its models using NLTK and TensorFlow Boost your NLP models with strong deep learning architectures such as CNNs and RNNs Book Description Natural language processing (NLP) has found its application in various domains, such as web search, advertisements, and customer services, and with the help of deep learning, we can enhance its performances in these areas. Hands-On Natural Language Processing with Python teaches you how to leverage deep learning models for performing various NLP tasks, along with best practices in dealing with today's NLP challenges. To begin with, you will understand the core concepts of NLP and deep learning, such as Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs), recurrent neural networks (RNNs), semantic embedding, Word2vec, and more. You will learn how to perform each and every task of NLP using neural networks, in which you will train and deploy neural networks in your NLP applications. You will get accustomed to using RNNs and CNNs in various application areas, such as text classification and sequence labeling, which are essential in the application of sentiment analysis, customer service chatbots, and anomaly detection. You will be equipped with practical knowledge in order to implement deep learning in your linguistic applications using Python's popular deep learning library, TensorFlow. By the end of this book, you will be well versed in building deep learning-backed NLP applications, along with overcoming NLP challenges with best practices developed by domain experts. What you will learn Implement semantic embedding of words to classify and find entities Convert words to vectors by training in order to perform arithmetic operations Train a deep learning model to detect classification of tweets and news Implement a question-answer model with search and RNN models Train models for various text classification datasets using CNN Implement WaveNet a deep generative model for producing a natural-sounding voice Convert voice-to-text and text-to-voice Train a model to convert speech-to-text using DeepSpeech Who this book is for Hands-on Natural Language Processing with Python is for you if you are a developer, machine learning or an NLP engineer who wants to build a deep learning application that leverages NLP techniques. This comprehen...
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  • 197
    ISBN: 9781789137446 , 1789137446
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Edition: Second edition.
    Keywords: Science ; Data processing ; Data mining ; Information visualization ; Python (Computer program language) ; Java (Computer program language) ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Create and share livecode, equations, visualizations, and explanatory text, in both a single document and a web browser with Jupyter Key Features Learn how to use Jupyter 5.x features such as cell tagging and attractive table styles Leverage big data tools and datasets with different Python packages Explore multiple-user Jupyter Notebook servers Book Description The Jupyter Notebook allows you to create and share documents that contain live code, equations, visualizations, and explanatory text. The Jupyter Notebook system is extensively used in domains such as data cleaning and transformation, numerical simulation, statistical modeling, and machine learning. Learning Jupyter 5 will help you get to grips with interactive computing using real-world examples. The book starts with a detailed overview of the Jupyter Notebook system and its installation in different environments. Next, you will learn to integrate the Jupyter system with different programming languages such as R, Python, Java, JavaScript, and Julia, and explore various versions and packages that are compatible with the Notebook system. Moving ahead, you will master interactive widgets and namespaces and work with Jupyter in a multi-user mode. By the end of this book, you will have used Jupyter with a big dataset and be able to apply all the functionalities you've explored throughout the book. You will also have learned all about the Jupyter Notebook and be able to start performing data transformation, numerical simulation, and data visualization. What you will learn Install and run the Jupyter Notebook system on your machine Implement programming languages such as R, Python, Julia, and JavaScript with the Jupyter Notebook Use interactive widgets to manipulate and visualize data in real time Start sharing your Notebook with colleagues Invite your colleagues to work with you on the same Notebook Organize your Notebook using Jupyter namespaces Access big data in Jupyter for dealing with large datasets using Spark Who this book is for Learning Jupyter 5 is for developers, data scientists, machine learning users, and anyone working on data analysis or data science projects across different teams. Data science professionals will also find this book useful for performing technical and scientific computing collaboratively. Downloading the example code for this book You can download the example code files for all Packt books you have purchased from your account at http://www.PacktPub.com. If ...
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    ISBN: 9781789138511 , 1789138515
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Swift (Computer program language) ; Application software ; Development ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: From learning about the most sought-after design patterns to a comprehensive coverage of architectural patterns and code testing, this book is all you need to write clean, reusable code Key Features Write clean, reusable and maintainable code, and make the most of the latest Swift version. Analyze case studies of some of the popular open source projects and give your workflow a huge boost Choose patterns such as MVP, MVC, and MVVM depending on the application being built Book Description Swift keeps gaining traction not only amongst Apple developers but also as a server-side language. This book demonstrates how to apply design patterns and best practices in real-life situations, whether that's for new or already existing projects. You'll begin with a quick refresher on Swift, the compiler, the standard library, and the foundation, followed by the Cocoa design patterns ? the ones at the core of many cocoa libraries ? to follow up with the creational, structural, and behavioral patterns as defined by the GoF. You'll get acquainted with application architecture, as well as the most popular architectural design patterns, such as MVC and MVVM, and learn to use them in the context of Swift. In addition, you'll walk through dependency injection and functional reactive programming. Special emphasis will be given to techniques to handle concurrency, including callbacks, futures and promises, and reactive programming. These techniques will help you adopt a test-driven approach to your workflow in order to use Swift Package Manager and integrate the framework into the original code base, along with Unit and UI testing. By the end of the book, you'll be able to build applications that are scalable, faster, and easier to maintain. What you will learn Work efficiently with Foundation and Swift Standard library Understand the most critical GoF patterns and use them efficiently Use Swift 4.2 and its unique capabilities (and limitations) to implement and improve GoF patterns Improve your application architecture and optimize for maintainability and performance Write efficient and clean concurrent programs using futures and promises, or reactive programming techniques Use Swift Package Manager to refactor your program into reusable components Leverage testing and other techniques for writing robust code Who this book is for This book is for intermediate developers who want to apply design patterns with Swift to structure and scale their applications. You are ex...
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    ISBN: 9781789133660 , 1789133661
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Neural networks (Computer science) ; Machine learning ; Python (Computer program language) ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Learn how to develop intelligent applications with sequential learning and apply modern methods for language modeling with neural network architectures for deep learning with Python's most popular TensorFlow framework. Key Features Train and deploy Recurrent Neural Networks using the popular TensorFlow library Apply long short-term memory units Expand your skills in complex neural network and deep learning topics Book Description Developers struggle to find an easy-to-follow learning resource for implementing Recurrent Neural Network (RNN) models. RNNs are the state-of-the-art model in deep learning for dealing with sequential data. From language translation to generating captions for an image, RNNs are used to continuously improve results. This book will teach you the fundamentals of RNNs, with example applications in Python and the TensorFlow library. The examples are accompanied by the right combination of theoretical knowledge and real-world implementations of concepts to build a solid foundation of neural network modeling. Your journey starts with the simplest RNN model, where you can grasp the fundamentals. The book then builds on this by proposing more advanced and complex algorithms. We use them to explain how a typical state-of-the-art RNN model works. From generating text to building a language translator, we show how some of today's most powerful AI applications work under the hood. After reading the book, you will be confident with the fundamentals of RNNs, and be ready to pursue further study, along with developing skills in this exciting field. What you will learn Use TensorFlow to build RNN models Use the correct RNN architecture for a particular machine learning task Collect and clear the training data for your models Use the correct Python libraries for any task during the building phase of your model Optimize your model for higher accuracy Identify the differences between multiple models and how you can substitute them Learn the core deep learning fundamentals applicable to any machine learning model Who this book is for This book is for Machine Learning engineers and data scientists who want to learn about Recurrent Neural Network models with practical use-cases. Exposure to Python programming is required. Previous experience with TensorFlow will be helpful, but not mandatory.
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    ISBN: 9781788992640 , 1788992644
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Computer networks ; Management ; Automation ; Python (Computer program language) ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Invent your own Python scripts to automate your infrastructure About This Book Make the most of Python libraries and modules to automate your infrastructure Leverage Python programming to automate server configurations and administration tasks Efficiently develop your Python skill set Who This Book Is For Hands-On Enterprise Automation with Python is for system administrators and DevOps engineers who are looking for an alternative to major automation frameworks such as Puppet and Chef. Basic programming knowledge with Python and Linux shell scripting is necessary. What You Will Learn Understand common automation modules used in Python Develop Python scripts to manage network devices Automate common Linux administration tasks with Ansible and Fabric Managing Linux processes Administrate VMware, OpenStack, and AWS instances with Python Security automation and sharing code on GitHub In Detail Hands-On Enterprise Automation with Python starts by covering the set up of a Python environment to perform automation tasks, as well as the modules, libraries, and tools you will be using. We'll explore examples of network automation tasks using simple Python programs and Ansible. Next, we will walk you through automating administration tasks with Python Fabric, where you will learn to perform server configuration and administration, along with system administration tasks such as user management, database management, and process management. As you progress through this book, you'll automate several testing services with Python scripts and perform automation tasks on virtual machines and cloud infrastructure with Python. In the concluding chapters, you will cover Python-based offensive security tools and learn how to automate your security tasks. By the end of this book, you will have mastered the skills of automating several system administration tasks with Python. Style and approach This book will follow a practical approach to help you script and automate tasks using Python. Downloading the example code for this book You can download the example code files for all Packt books you have purchased from your account at http://www.PacktPub.com. If you purchased this book elsewhere, you can visit http://www.PacktPub.com/support and register to have the files e-mailed directly to you.
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